Most patients presenting to the emergency department with symptoms suggestive of sexually transmitted infections are not tested, a US study finds.

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Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) phobia is an intense, irrational fear of contracting HIV, even if your actual risk is very low. It can affect sexual pleasure and strain relationships. Symptoms can ...

On 14 July 2025, the World Health Organization (WHO) issued new guidelines recommending twice-yearly injectable lenacapavir as an additional pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) option for HIV prevention.