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Butt First

November 18 2009 11:00 AM ET

Butt First

Advocate.com Editors

A new study showing virtually all HIV-positive gay men are anally infected with HPV, a virus linked with anal cancer, highlights the importance of routine rectal screenings.

Go Mediterranean

November 18 2009 11:00 AM ET

Go Mediterranean

Advocate Contributors

A new study shows that adhering to a Mediterranean diet can help lower cardiovascular risks and insulin resistance in HIVers experiencing body-fat changes.

Health and Booty

November 17 2009 11:00 AM ET

Sue Rochman

With anal cancer having entered the national spotlight, advocates hope that the focus will encourage HIVers to be more vigilant about their risks.

Snap Crackle Pop

November 11 2009 11:00 AM ET

Advocate.com Editors

A new study suggests most condom failures are due to rigorous sex.

Turn the Beat Around

November 11 2009 11:00 AM ET

Turn the Beat Around

Advocate Contributors

Many of the same major health issues that affect HIV-negative people as they grow older are affecting HIVers as well.

November 10 2009 8:25 PM ET

Drug Therapies

Frank Spinelli, M D

Dr. Spinelli discusses different types of drug therapies to help you determine which regimen could be right for you.

Stop and See the Signs

November 05 2009 2:25 PM ET

Advocate.com Editors

Learn to recognize these common symptoms of depression.

Earlier Treatment for a Longer LIfe

November 04 2009 11:00 AM ET

Advocate Contributors

A new study adds to the growing data showing that earlier antiretroviral treatment may be the best path toward living to a ripe old age.

When Viral Level Remain Detectable

November 04 2009 11:00 AM ET

Advocate.com Editors

Two new studies show that HIVers still benefit significantly from antiretroviral therapy even when viral levels are not fully suppressed.

Reversal of Misfortune

November 04 2009 11:00 AM ET

Advocate.com Editors

Better anti-HIV drugs and the use of cholesterol-lowering medications has slashed the heart attack rate among HIVers.