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Bishop Oliver Clyde Allen III of the Vision Church of Atlanta

Preaching HIV Awareness in the Black Church on Day of Unity, July 15

The pulpit can inform the public’s views on HIV, stigma and social justice, says Bishop Oliver Clyde Allen III.
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How an Artificial Ovary Could Help Women Conceive After Cancer Treatment

This alternative could be safer for some women than the currently available option.

Better Sperm Quality and Function Noted in Men Who Snacked on Nuts

The count, vitality, motility and shape of sperm improved when men added a mix of almonds, hazelnuts and walnuts to their daily diets.

Trump Agency Is Using Federal HIV Funds to Separate Immigrant Families

Advocacy group AIDS United is working to confirm that current Ryan White HIV funding is not affected by the Trump policy.

Dehydration Can Affect Your Ability to Think Clearly

Losing water, especially during hot weather, can lead to mental confusion, impaired motor skills and poor decision-making.

Many Childhood Cancer Survivors Are Not Concerned About Health Risks

Survivors and unaffected siblings expressed similar levels of worry about developing cancer in the future.

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Actress Sheryl Lee Ralph Honored for Her AIDS Activism

The original “Dreamgirl” and Moesha’s stepmom remains a “fabulous AIDS diva!”

Early HIV Vaccine Study Raises Hopes for Ongoing Larger Trial

Published results have updated preliminary findings presented at a previous conference.

U.S. Prisons Are Failing to Treat 97 Percent of Inmates With Hepatitis C

Most cite high prices as the reason for denying treatment.

Global Opioid Production Has Hit Record Highs, U.N. World Drug Report Warns

The 2018 annual survey also shows prescription drug abuse is expanding and opioid-related deaths are on the rise.

New Breast Cancer Screening Strategies for Higher-Risk Women

Black women and others at elevated risk should be evaluated by age 30.

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Surprise! Not All Salads Are Equally Healthy

Some salads contain more calories, fat and sodium than others.

Canine Cancer Detection Is Being Put to the Test

Cancer-sniffing dogs could be the future of noninvasive cancer screening.

California Poised to Open Up Access to Hepatitis C Treatment

Medi-Cal will soon begin providing treatment access to almost all state-insured patients living with the virus.

Young People’s Anxiety Disorders Tend to Persist Despite Treatment

More durable treatments and a better mental health wellness model are needed to help youth with common psychiatric illnesses.

LGBT Detroit Expands HIV Programming to Reach Black Men

A grant from The Jewish Fund helps launch the Brother 2 Brother initiative.
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