Financial incentives can influence control of HIV in some clinical settings

Financial incentives may work in hospital-based clinics, smaller clinics, and clinics with fewer patients who have their HIV under controlA new study by the HIV Prevention Trials Network (HPTN)...

New health care delivery model for prostate cancer care results in better patient outcomes

Population-based approach includes safety-net program, improved surgical procedures to help improve patient outcomesA comprehensive, population-based regional health care management program for...

Men who have had testicular cancer are more likely to develop prostate cancer

Although overall risk of developing aggressive disease is lowA case-control study of close to 180,000 men suggests that the incidence of prostate cancer is higher among men with a history of...

Daily antiretroviral medication 'highly protective' against HIV infection

Researchers have presented findings from a study demonstrating the pre-exposure prophylaxis reduced the risk of HIV infection by 86% among men who have sex with men.

Homeless people with mental illness have higher 30-year risk of serious cardiovascular disease, research finds

Risk is significantly greater among menHomeless people with mental disease have a greater than double risk of developing serious or fatal cardiovascular disease over 30 years than people of the...

Survey shows postmenopausal women with vaginal atrophy report improved satisfaction with VagiCap

Patient experience data presented at International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health Annual MeetingNewly released patient satisfaction survey results from a study of a novel...

A lower IQ has been linked to greater and riskier drinking among young adult men

Although several studies have shown an association between intelligence and various health-related outcomes, the research on cognitive abilities and alcohol-related problems has been inconsistent.

'41,000 HIV transmissions yearly due to no diagnosis or care'

Receiving an HIV diagnosis, or getting care when one has already been made, results in a '94% lower risk of transmission,' suggests new US data from HIV surveillance programs.

YouTube portrayals of drunkenness 'overwhelmingly positive'

Researchers report that popular YouTube videos concerning intoxication rarely demonstrate negative outcomes, and suggest the website could be used for a public health intervention.

amfAR report examines controversial pricing of hepatitis C treatment

Despite important price reductions for some low- and middle-income countries, the exorbitant drug pricing of breakthrough treatments for hepatitis C (HCV) infection will inevitably limit access to...

New HPV vaccine offers greater protection against cervical cancer than current vaccine

Scientists have developed a new HPV (human papilloma virus) vaccine which protects against nine types of the virus - seven of which cause most cases of cervical cancer.

Can you judge a man by his fingers?

Study finds link between relative lengths of index and ring fingers in men and behavior towards womenMaybe you should take a good look at your partner's fingers before putting a ring on one.

Potential new vaccine 'blocks all known strains of HIV'

A new protein has been engineered to mimic the receptors HIV uses to anchor itself to host cells, preventing infection. Scientists believe it may form the basis of a HIV vaccine.

York trials new HIV prevention method

Scientists at the University of York, in conjunction with the York Clinical Research Facility, will start the first phase of trials looking into a new way to prevent HIV transmission.

HPV vaccine highly effective against multiple cancer-causing strains

According to a multinational clinical trial involving nearly 20,000 young women, the human papilloma virus vaccine, Cervarix, not only has the potential to prevent cervical cancer, but was effective...

Sexual frequency picks up after 50 years of marriage

Researchers have found that, after an initial decline, sexual frequency for married couples increases after 50 years of being together.

Sexual frequency picks up after 50 years of marriage

Researchers have found that, after an initial decline, sexual frequency for married couples increases after 50 years of being together.

"Danger" molecule may be new therapeutic target for male hypertension

Higher levels of a "danger" molecule may be one reason males tend to become hypertensive earlier and more severely than females, scientists say.

20-year study finds ethnic differences in links between diabetes risk and levels of tyrosine and other amino acids

A study of white European and South Asian men in the UK has found that levels of the amino acid tyrosine, and several other amino acids, are more strongly associated with increased diabetes risk in...

Large numbers of teenage girls experience sexual coercion in relationships

More than four in ten teenage schoolgirls in England* have experienced sexual coercion, new research reveals.

New, aggressive form of HIV identified in Cuba

A newly identified recombinant variant of HIV progresses to AIDS much faster than other known versions of the virus, often before the patient knows they are infected.

Air pollution linked to increased risk of suicide

A new study associates short-term exposure to high levels of air pollution with increased risk of suicide, particularly among men and middle-aged individuals.

Napping reverses health effects of poor sleep

Study finds naps restore hormones and proteins involved in stress, immune health to normal levelsA short nap can help relieve stress and bolster the immune systems of men who slept only two hours...

The power of love: how relationships benefit body and mind

With Valentine’s Day on the horizon, we take a look at the influence that being in a relationship can have over health and well-being.

amfAR report examines heavy impact of HIV/AIDS on black gay men in the United States

The nation's inability to effectively address HIV infections among Black gay men is one of the greatest failures of the U.S.

amfAR report examines heavy impact of HIV/AIDS on black gay men in the United States

The nation's inability to effectively address HIV infections among Black gay men is one of the greatest failures of the U.S.

Study finds no link between HPV vaccination and increase in STIs

New research into the prevalence of sexually transmitted infections also suggests that vaccination for the human papillomavirus is unlikely to promote unsafe sex.

Female patients with primary Sjögren's syndrome more likely to experience sexual dysfunction

Researchers have warned that sexual dysfunction should not be ignored in patients with primary Sjögren's syndrome after finding that women with the condition experience significantly more sexual...

Attractive men are more selfish, study finds

A new study finds men who are attractive are more likely to be selfish and less favorable of equality, which researchers say fits with people's perceptions of good-looking males.

Parenting and depression study: Fathers are at risk, too

Multiple roles that come with step-parenting associated with higher depression riskIn stressful family circumstances, parenthood sometimes take a bigger toll on fathers' mental health.

Final results of the HIV prevention study VOICE are published in NEJM

Secondary analysis suggests many women in the trial probably never used the products but those who did use tenofovir gel had lower risk of HIVResearchers who conducted VOICE, a major HIV...

Increasing contraceptive knowledge to promote safe use of isotretinoin

An information sheet on contraceptives improved knowledge about their effectiveness among women visiting a dermatology practice, which could help promote safer use of the acne medicine isotretinoin...

Smartphone accessory diagnoses HIV and syphilis in 15 minutes

Researchers have developed a low-cost smartphone accessory that can rapidly diagnose HIV and syphilis from just a finger prick of blood.

BU study finds occupational link in kidney disease epidemic in Central America

Sugarcane workers in northwestern Nicaragua experienced a decline in kidney function during the harvest, with field workers at greatest risk, suggesting that heat stress or other occupational factors...

Study shows Mirena (LNG-IUS 52mg) significantly more effective than copper IUD in preventing pregnancy

A study, published online in the journal of Contraception, concludes that while both Mirena and copper intrauterine devices (Cu-IUD) are highly effective methods - with Pearl Indices of 0.

She thinks friends, he thinks sex

This classic miscommunication appears baked into our psycheImagine the following scenario: a woman and a man are having a conversation.

Love and intimacy in later life - new study reveals active sex lives of the over 70s

Older people are continuing to enjoy active sex lives well into their seventies and eighties, according to new research from The University of Manchester and NatCen Social Research.

Are pornography users more likely to exhibit unsafe sexual behaviors?

Sexual risk behaviors such as casual sex, lack of condom use, and a high number of sexual partners have been linked to poor health outcomes, including an increased incidence of sexually transmitted...