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What Is National PrEP Day? The Holiday Putting HIV Prevention in the Spotlight

National PrEP Day takes place every October 10. MISTR and SISTR launched National PrEP Day in 2025 to make HIV prevention more visible, accessible, and stigma-free. The holiday’s first goal…

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All About HIV Prevention

It’s completely normal to have questions about HIV prevention. Asking them is the first and most important step toward protecting yourself and feeling confident about your health. The good news?…

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Bottom Survival Kit: The Must-Have Items All Bottoms Need

It goes without saying that bottoming requires more preparation than topping. Now, I’m not here to claim one role is harder or more noble than the other—but let’s be real,…

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The Fear of Poop Is the Real Mess in Gay Sex

The two things people fear most when engaging in receptive anal sex are pain and poop. The two dreaded P’s. I’ve done a few informal polls on the subject, and…

Anonymous HIV Testing: What It Really Means, Where to Go, and How to Protect Your Privacy

Getting tested for HIV is one of the most responsible things you can do for your health. But let’s be real: privacy concerns stop a lot of people from getting…

PrEP vs PEP: Understanding the Difference and When to Use Each

When it comes to HIV prevention, two acronyms keep popping up: PrEP and PEP. If you’re confused about what they mean or when you’d use one versus the other, you’re…

How Quickly Does DoxyPEP Start Working?

Quick Answer: DoxyPEP starts working within hours of taking it. For the strongestprotection, take 200mg as soon as possible after sex – ideally within 24 hours, and no laterthan 72…

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