POZ Magazine

09/06/2025

"This strange disease—HIV, or human immunodeficiency virus—hadn’t yet been named. The lead doctor of the research study informed me that I carried an antibody and had been exposed to the virus. I was only 23 years old..."

Long-term survivor Mark Grantham persevered and found his voice as an advocate

09/06/2025

Most people know about The Dallas Buyers Club, but what about the first major film to dramatize the AIDS crisis in America?

That honor belongs to An Early Frost, which tells the story of a man coming home to reveal two secrets, that he is gay and that he is living with HIV. Broadcast on television in 1985, An Early Frost garnered an audience of 34 million viewers.

A list of must-see movies about the epidemic.

09/05/2025

Only 8% of patients remain on GLP-1s after three years, according to a new review. A holistic approach may help.

09/05/2025

Protests on Capitol Hill, DEI whiplash, long-term survivors, dandelions and a Choose U debut: Check them out at this year’s USCHA in DC.

Protests on Capitol Hill, DEI whiplash, dandelions and long-term survivors: Check them out at this year’s USCHA in Washington, DC.

09/05/2025

Lots of research suggests such medications must be used indefinitely to maintain weight loss and related health benefits.

09/05/2025

If there isn’t an obvious reason why you are tired, your doctor may order lab tests to check your blood cell count. You should consult with your doctor before you start taking any supplements.

Some of us use supplements when we are tired. But do supplements help and are they safe?

09/04/2025

CVS won’t add Gilead’s Yeztugo (lenacapavir) to its coverage list. Plus, regular PrEP denials remain common.

CVS won’t add Gilead’s Yeztugo (lenacapavir) to its coverage list. Plus, regular PrEP denials remain common.

09/04/2025

Drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound were associated with a 17% lower risk of cancer for people with obesity.

09/04/2025

Benzathine penicillin G is highly effective against syphilis, but the three-dose regimen can be burdensome.

Benzathine penicillin G is highly effective against syphilis, but the three-dose regimen can be burdensome.

09/04/2025

Since 1946, the NIH has doled out funds based mainly on merits established by a scientific review process.

09/04/2025

"I grew up in a town with a population of 301, but I didn’t care. I was not going to live a lie."

Scott H. sought help for his substance abuse, got therapy for his depression and found a support group for people living with HIV.

09/03/2025

Doctors often go against patient wishes for comfort-focused care when treating advanced illnesses, finds a new study.