Health officials say risk of more fatal mpox outbreak remains ‘very low’ despite public health emergency
So far, the federal government says that no cases of the newly-concerning strain have been reported in the United States.
August 15, 2024
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California confirms first case of even more deadly mpox strain
The World Health Organization issued a global health emergency over the spread of the new, more lethal clade I mpox strain.
November 18, 2024
Anti-trans headers placed on websites judge ordered Trump to restore
The headers were placed on major websites at the CDC, FDA, and HHS.
February 18, 2025
With a new case in Sweden, what is the new mpox outbreak and should you be concerned?
Things to know about the resurgence of mpox.
August 15, 2024
Biden Seeks $267 Million Increase in HIV Prevention Funds
Advocates praised the president's request for the Ending the HIV Epidemic initiative but said more funds would be welcome.
April 14, 2021
U.S. steps up response to more deadly mpox outbreak
Senior administration officials discussed what the U.S. is doing to curb the spread of the virus.
September 6, 2024
On World AIDS Day, Biden Highlights Advances, Promises More
Among other things, the administration is announcing new steps to strengthen PEPFAR, a global effort to fight HIV and AIDS.
December 1, 2022
Dr. Anthony Fauci Says He'll Step Down From Biden Admin. This Year
Fauci previously said he would retire from federal government before Biden's first term is up. Now we know when.
August 22, 2022
LGBTQ People Face Unique Challenges in COVID-19 Crisis
They work in sectors highly affected by the outbreak, have high rates of poverty, and more, says a new HRC report.
March 20, 2020
Trevor Project Launches Services in Mexico
The move is the organization's first international expansion, and the Trevor Project expects to eventually serve other countries as well.
October 11, 2022
Bill Clinton on World AIDS Day: 'Don't Lose Heart'
Reflecting on lessons from the epidemic, the former president advocated for hope in a time of despair at the AIDS Memorial Grove in San Francisco.
December 2, 2017
An out former USAID official speaks on the fatal global fallout of dissolving its LGBTQ+ programs (exclusive)
“People are begging us, ‘What do we do now? How do we keep people from being arrested, beaten, sick or worse?’ And we have no answers for them,” the former USAID official said.
February 26, 2025
Thank You, Dr. Fauci, for All You’ve Done — So Far!
Leaving the National Institutes of Health after 54 years, Fauci opens up about this bittersweet moment, his mentor, best days at the office, and what he hopes to do next.
December 5, 2022
Lavender marriages: What queer unions and relationships can teach us about love and safety
Historically, lavender marriages refer to unions — often between two consenting LGBT+ individuals — formed as a way of concealing same-sex attraction in a society where being openly queer could mean social ostracism, career ruin or even criminalization.
November 27, 2025
Organizing in a Time of Anxiety: Taking Inspiration From the Gay Men’s Health Crisis
For progressive organizers, it can sometimes feel like there is so much to do and so many injustices to fight that it's hard to even know where to begin. Here's how you can start.
November 6, 2023
The Innovators
These eight changemakers are unparalleled in their contributions to their industries -- and they're out while they're doing it.
August 10, 2011
Five years after COVID began, Biden's health adviser warns of the new dangers to public health
One of the world’s top health experts used to sleep with one eye open. Now, he says he’s been sleeping with all three eyes open.
March 10, 2025
Monkeypox Declared a Global Health Emergency, WHO Announces
There have been almost 17,000 cases confirmed globally across more than 70 countries, with many cases among queer men.
July 23, 2022
Meet the Transgender Doctor Leading Pennsylvania's COVID-19 Response
Dr. Rachel Levine discusses her work as the Keystone State's secretary of health.
March 31, 2020
Decriminalization of Gay Sex Boosts Global HIV Response: Report
A new study by UNDP, GNP+, and O’Neill Institute links legal reforms with improved HIV prevention and treatment, highlighting the critical role of decriminalizing same-sex relationships in public health.
December 1, 2023
