Over time, the age of desirability for gay men seems to get younger and younger. The age discrimination and lack of attention older or mature gay men receive is synonymous to the pressure some women feel to get married or have children by a certain age.



Today, gay men are coming out at younger ages. It's no longer a shock to hear of an openly gay 14-year-old or a 16-year-old in a gay relationship. Even gay bars see floods of 18-21 year old gay boys seeking love and sex from their… Continue

Guys - just another reason to get tested regularly!



Hepatitis C spreading rapidly amongst HIV-positive gay men in Amsterdam

Michael Carter, Wednesday, August 05, 2009

Dutch investigators have found further evidence of the continuing epidemic of hepatitis C amongst HIV-positive gay men. In an article in the July 31st edition of AIDS researchers in Amsterdam report an 18% prevalence of hepatitis C co-infections amongst HIV-infected men attending a sexual health clinic and a… Continue

Genital human papillomavirus (HPV) is a common virus. Most sexually active people in the United States (U.S.) will have HPV at some time in their lives. There are more than 40 types of HPV that are passed on during sex. These types can infect the genital areas of men, including the skin on and around the penis or anus.



Health problems caused by HPV in men

Most men who get HPV (of any type) never develop any symptoms or health problems. But some types of HPV can cause… Continue

Depression, low self-esteem and other mental health issues are recurring themes and identified concerns for gay, bisexual and men who have sex with other men. Fear, anger, denial and sadness continue to play a role in higher rates of suicide amongst men who have sex with other men as social stigma and isolation trouble many.



As a result of stigma, isolation, abandonment (from family, friends) and feelings of worthlessness lead to increased rates of alcoholism, drug use and sexually… Continue