Non-Medical HIV Prevention
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3 STIs That Barrier Methods Can’t Reliably Prevent
Condoms and latex barrier methods are a crucial component in curbing the spread of sexually transmitted infections, but they aren’t a free pass.

HIV Self-Care and COVID-19: Lessons for the Future of the HIV Response
COVID-19 has shown that patients are more than capable of taking a bigger role in their health care. How does that translate to HIV care?

Decriminalization Is the Radical HIV Prevention Strategy We Need
You've heard of TasP, PrEP and other acronyms on HIV prevention. Here, activist Jason Rosenberg discusses "DasP," or "decriminalization as prevention" and why it could be helpful in the fight against HIV.
No-BS Basics on HIV Prevention
Thanks to decades of extensive scientific research, we now have extremely reliable ways to prevent HIV transmission. Here’s a breakdown of the tools you can use to prevent HIV.

HIV Transmission and Risk: Separating Fact From Fiction
We dish truth and dispel myths about how HIV infects people, and how the virus is—and isn't—passed from person to person.

Blessed Be the Bottom: How to Make Anal Sex Safe and Pleasurable
Bottoming expert Mason offers a guide for the anally receptive, to enhance your -- and your top's -- safety, comfort, and pleasure.

HIV Fears Two Years After Unprotected Receptive Anal Sex: What If HIV Tests Were Wrong?
Two years ago, I had unprotected receptive anal sex with someone whose HIV status I don't know. I was tested at three weeks (with a fourth-generation test), and it was negative.

What Is the Future of the Female Condom?
The company that makes it says it switched the product from over the counter to prescription only because it doesn't sell. Advocates say that's because the company has never promoted it. Who's right?

HIV and Safer Sex
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What Safer Sex Is Practicing Safer Sex No-Risk Safer Sex Activities Other Safer Sex Tips Thinking It Through
What Safer Sex Is
Safer sex can be fun, exciting, and very pleasurable. It can make your sex more relaxed and sa...

Five Ways to Take Control of Your Love Life
Learning to talk about sex and navigate HIV helps you take the reins of your sex life and your sexual health.