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FDA Approves Two Oral Treatments for Uncomplicated Urogenital Gonorrhea

01/17/2026

Kate Young

The FDA approved two new oral therapies to treat uncomplicated urogenital gonorrhea. Both treatments demonstrated comparable effectives when compared to standard treatment.

01/17/2026

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Does HPV Vaccination Prevent Transmission in Heterosexual Couples?

09/16/2025

Miranda Manier, BA

A new randomized trial in newly formed heterosexual couples investigated whether recent human papillomavirus vaccination protects individuals or their partners against transmission.

09/16/2025

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Isotretinoin Effective in Treating Acne Among Transgender and Gender-Diverse Individuals Receiving Masculinizing Hormone Therapy

05/06/2025

Kate Young

In a recent multicenter retrospective case series, isotretinoin was effective in treating acne among transgender and gender-diverse individuals undergoing masculinizing hormone therapy, with significantly...

05/06/2025

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National Study Finds Significant Mental Health Disparities Among Sexual and Gender Minority Populations

05/01/2025

Kate Young

Sexual and gender minority (SGM) populations face significantly higher odds of being diagnosed with multiple mental health conditions compared with their cisgender heterosexual counterparts, according to a...

05/01/2025

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Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy Linked to Improved HIV Outcomes in Transgender Populations

04/09/2025

Kate Young

A large U.S. study found reduced HIV rates and better viral suppression among trans adults receiving hormone therapy in primary care settings.

04/09/2025

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