Criminalising gay sex increases risk of HIV
It’s been shown that men who have sex with men (MSM) living in African countries that outlaw gay sex are at far higher risk of HIV infection.
Queer health is worth discussion year-round
A new health calendar, created with a diverse array of queer health needs in mind, is set to open the conversation about health and wellness in LGBTQI communities.
Inxeba Lam aims to name the wounds so they can start to heal
A new campaign called Inxeba Lam is thought to be one of the first South African initiatives highlighting the deep damage caused by conversion therapy.
The struggles of lesbian parents using sperm donors
Lesbian parents in South Africa may face legal challenges and expenses not experienced by opposite-sex parents. So is it justified red tape or is it homophobic discrimination?
Sexual health | Older, not colder
Getting older doesn’t mean you can’t have a fulfilling sex and love life, but it does mean that you should be aware of and manage your health and well-being to stay in tip-top shape!
Larry Kramer, one of the world’s LGBTQ icons, has died
Fiery playwright and activist Larry Kramer, who played a huge role in taking on the HIV/AIDS crisis that devasted America’s LGBTQ community, has passed away.
Masturbation Month: 6 reasons why self-love is good for you
“May has come and so should you”, proclaims the official Masturbation Month website; a message that has special resonance during this era of social distancing and coronavirus lockdowns.
“Gamechanger” PrEP injection more effective than daily pills
Scientists say that a new injection administered every two months is more effective at preventing HIV among gay/bi men and trans women than the traditional daily PrEP pill.
Coronavirus found in semen of young men with COVID-19
We don’t know much about SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, but we are learning new things about it every day. The latest bit of the jigsaw puzzle comes from a small study conducted in China, which found SARS-CoV-2 RNA (the virus’s genetic code) in the semen of young COVID-19 patients. The study, published in […]
Getting down in lockdown: How to get off online
Let’s face it, lockdown sucks, especially for those of us used to regular hook-ups. So what is a lonely, libidinous lad to do when there’s an itch that can’t be scratched? Here are some ideas.