Research analyzing European survey data from 113,884 men who have sex with men (MSM) and published in Eurosurveillance indicates that while most MSM have a basic understanding of viral hepatitis, only 44% report having been vaccinated against both hepatitis A and B.

8 Nov 2024

Tribal health leaders say feds haven’t treated syphilis outbreak as a public health emergency

Natalie Holt sees reminders nearly everywhere of the serious toll a years-long syphilis outbreak has taken in South Dakota.

7 Nov 2024

Innovative nanoparticle therapy offers hope in fighting prostate cancer

Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death among American men.

16 Oct 2024

Policy change linked to rise in treatment-resistant vaginal thrush

A change in policy may be helping to drive a rise in treatment-resistant vaginal thrush, amid significant yearly increases in the prevalence of fungal infections caused by fungal Candida species, suggests the first study of its kind, published online in the journal Sexually Transmitted Infections.

8 Oct 2024

Doxycycline increases antimicrobial resistance in the gut without disrupting microbiome diversity

Doxycycline post-exposure prophylaxis increases tetracycline resistance genes in the gut, without significantly affecting microbiome diversity in men who have sex with men and transgender women.

7 Oct 2024

UCLA Health researchers showcase advances in radiation oncology at ASTRO

UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center researchers and physicians who specialize in treating patients with radiation therapies will present data on the latest radiation oncology research and clinical trial results at the 66th annual American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) meeting in Washington D.C., Sept. 29 to Oct. 2.

27 Sep 2024

Sexual health symptoms associated with lower adherence to breast cancer therapy in Black women

Among patients with early-stage breast cancer treated with adjuvant endocrine therapy (AET), symptoms related to sexual health were associated with decreased adherence to treatment in Black women, according to results presented at the 17th AACR Conference on the Science of Cancer Health Disparities in Racial/Ethnic Minorities and the Medically Underserved, held September 21-24, 2024.

21 Sep 2024

New survey highlights gaps in menopause knowledge and management

The Kinsey Institute at Indiana University, in partnership with leading sexual wellbeing company the Lovehoney Group and its Womanizer brand, has released early data from new nationally representative surveys exploring menopause knowledge, symptom management, medical care engagement, and health disparities among Americans.

16 Sep 2024

Generational differences in men's health habits and concerns revealed

A new national survey by Cleveland Clinic revealed similarities and differences across generations when it comes to men's health.

4 Sep 2024

Healthcare workers unprepared for mpox outbreak due to knowledge gaps and vaccine inequity

Research highlights significant gaps in healthcare workers' knowledge of mpox during the 2022-2023 outbreaks, emphasizing the need for better global preparedness and equitable vaccine access.

27 Aug 2024

Cautious optimism in San Francisco as new cases of HIV In Latinos decrease

For years, Latinos represented the biggest share of new HIV cases in this city, but testing data suggests the tide may be turning.

21 Aug 2024

Innovative program promotes positive adolescent romantic relationships and use of effective contraceptives

Romantic relationships play an important part in adolescent development. Most young people have had at least one romantic relationship by middle adolescence (ages 14 to17).

8 Aug 2024

Urologist weighs in on why men avoid doctor visits

Data has consistently shown that men are reluctant to seek medical care despite the fact they generally face higher mortality rates and shorter life expectancies than women across most causes of death.

6 Aug 2024

Study finds lifelong orgasm gap influenced by age, gender, and sexual orientation

Study reveals persistent disparities in orgasm rates across age, gender, and sexual orientation, highlighting the need for inclusive sexual health education and interventions.

14 Jul 2024

Study establishes a national benchmark for cancer survivorship care

With the number of adult cancer survivors in the United States expected to reach 23 million by 2032, the long-term needs of this population are growing yet often poorly understood and addressed.

3 Jul 2024

Young gay Latinos see rising share of new HIV cases, leading to call for targeted funding

Four months after seeking asylum in the U.S., Fernando Hermida began coughing and feeling tired. He thought it was a cold.

24 Jun 2024

Body image and overall health found important to the sexual health of older gay men, according to new studies

According to a National Poll on Healthy Aging, 93% of people in the U.S. between 50-80 years old report experiencing at least one form of ageism from other people.

21 Jun 2024

Study reveals lasting quality of life inequities in breast cancer patients

When it comes to health, inequalities can be seen at every level for women with breast cancer: prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment, and survival.

18 Jun 2024

Survey highlights inadequate sexual health education for LGBTQ+ adolescents

Children across the United States who identify as LGBTQ+ say the sexual health education curricula they receive is leaving them without essential information to make informed decisions about their sexual health – which could force them to seek potentially dangerous advice elsewhere.

17 Jun 2024