Sex without condoms is as old as creation, yet among gay men it remains a controversial topic
Health
Don’t Be Ridiculous: No, HIV-Positive People Aren’t Injecting Their Blood Into Bananas
A nationalist MP in Malta has received backlash on social media after he posted an image warning people of AIDS-infected bananas
These 10 LGBTQ Celebrities Have Spoken Openly About Their Mental Health Struggles
Here’s a list of 10 LGBTQ celebrities with mental illness to help raise awareness about mental health and help inspire you or people you know to seek help
5 Simple Ways for Guys to Ramp Up Their Masturbation Game
You don’t have to bend over backwards or shell out hard-earned cash to masturbate better — just follow these five rather simple tips
The First Ever AIDS Charity Music Single Was Incredibly Dark and Boldly Gay (Video)
In 1985, a gay industrial duo released a dark cover of “Tainted Love” that remains the most artistic charity single ever… and its AIDS-themed video is even better.
Just a Little Snip? 10 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Circumcision
You might think that a majority of men are cut or that uncircumcised penises transmit more STIs, but check out these circumcision facts first
Before You Post That Next Shirtless Selfie, Read This Hilarious Rant Against Gay Body Shaming
Gay body shaming happens on social media all the time, and comedian Joel Creasey has had enough of it. His rant against it is hilariously real
This Gay Proctologist Answers All the Butt Questions You’ve Been Too Scared to Ask
We speak with a proctologist about the three most common anal issues in gay men and how to detect and treat them
This Men’s Magazine Wants Guys to Ditch the Shorts and Opt for a Leggings-Only Gym Look
It’s good enough for the ladies, says this recent Men’s Health piece, so why can’t guys rock a ‘leggings only’ look at the gym? While acknowledging that it’s “a bold look” to rock a pair of leggings without a pair of shorts on top (you’ll no doubt find guys rocking […]
A U.S. Citizen Is Thought Responsible for a Data Leak in Singapore of 14,000 HIV-Positive People
The breach of 14,000 people’s data is thought to be the work of an American man whose whereabouts are unknown
7 Times TV Got HIV-Positive Characters Right (and 1 Series That Never Bothered)
Every once in a while a TV show gets it right, like with these stand-out characters throughout decades of television
Are Watersports Dangerous? Here’s What the Medical Professionals Say
There are no health benefits to drinking urine, no matter how much you might enjoy it during sex play
Gay Health News, Advice, Fitness & More
When is World HIV Day? Can you get a penis transplant? What is the significance of using the term HIV over AIDS in our current discussions? What fitness advice can gay porn stars share when it comes to maintaining a sexy physique? Why is there still a ban denying gay men the right to donate blood? Find answers to all of these questions and more in the gay health section of Hornet.
Staying current on gay health news is a vital part of gay culture as a whole.
With higher rates of depression and suicide affecting LGBTQ individuals, it’s vital that we remain aware of the gay health issues our community is currently facing. Hornet is proud to keep you informed on the health-related issues our community faces, as well as the many advancements we’ve made. You’ll find information ranging from the spread of PrEP across the globe and HIV prevention and destigmatization to fitness tips, nutrition, and personal advice.
Here are just some of the key topics we cover under health:
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Jackie Shane, Dead This Week at 78, Was the World’s First Trans R&B Singer
Celebrating a Fresh Start in His Career, Adam Lambert to Open This Year’s Oscars With Queen
Here’s How Madonna Became a Gay Icon
In 1978, the Anatomically-Correct ‘Gay Bob’ Doll Delighted Gays and Freaked Out Homophobes
The Perfect Gaycation: A Weekend at the ‘Steel Magnolias’ House in Louisiana, Now a B&B
Taiwan Makes History With First Asian Gay Marriage Bill, Though Some Say It Falls Short
Lest We Forget, This Gay Man Made Donald Trump the Man He Is Today
New Book About Gay Priests Also Makes Controversial Link Between Sex Abuse and Homosexuality
