Homosexual relationships and behaviors are linked to negative health outcomes. Studies have found higher rates of sexually transmitted diseases, risky sexual behaviors, and health issues like anal cancer among homosexual populations. Promiscuity is common in homosexual relationships and communities, increasing disease transmission. Young homosexuals are particularly at risk of contracting HIV/AIDS.
HIV/AIDS affects persons from Sub-Saharan Africa and men who have sex with men (MSM) in a disproportionate way. This article analyzes the evidence and the plausibility of anogenital anatomical factors which may contribute to the HIV/AIDS pandemic in the key populations for sexual transmission. The etiology of the pandemic is discussed. Direct and indirect evidence for narrow anogenital anatomy is presented. Two semi-theoretical arguments for anatomical factors are put forward. Anogenital anatomy is analyzed in view of Hill's criteria for causation. I describe how randomized controlled trials and other confirmatory studies could be designed and discuss the consequences of the hypothesis. While many contributing factors for the HIV/AIDS pandemic are well established, direct and indirect empirical evidence, as well as semi-theoretical arguments, militates for an additional role of macroscopic anogenital anatomy in HIV key populations. This factor fulfills Hill's criteria.
Il s'agit d'une fiche technique sur la prévention du VIH parmi les trans.
Non datée, elle est le fruit du travail de Rita Melendez, de la San Francisco State University, Valerie Spencer de la Charles R. Drew University, et David Whittier, du Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
This research proposal aims to study factors that lead to higher rates of HIV/AIDS diagnoses among African American men ages 18-24 compared to other groups. The researcher will conduct surveys and interviews with at least 100 men who have sex with men, including those of various races and socioeconomic backgrounds. Key research questions include examining differences in access to healthcare, levels of risk behavior, and how cultural and educational factors may influence HIV transmission patterns between racial groups. The goal is to better understand disparities and empower communities through more effective education and prevention strategies.
This research project aims to examine the family burden of people living with AIDS receiving treatment at BPKIHS. It will use an exploratory research design and survey 30 primary caregiver family members using interviews and assessments of family burden. The study hypothesizes that there will be no association between family burden and caregiver characteristics or social stigma. It seeks to understand the demographic profiles of PLWAs and their families, problems faced by caregivers, and the relationship between family burden and demographics. The results could help develop strategies to better support patients and reduce caregiver burden through education and policy changes.
Community Profile of HIV AIDS within Atlanta GeorgiaMary Akel
This document provides a community profile of HIV/AIDS in Metro Atlanta, focusing on Fulton and Dekalb Counties. It identifies relevant geographic, demographic, and socioeconomic characteristics of the area. HIV prevalence and rates of STIs like chlamydia are significantly higher in these counties compared to national averages. African Americans and the LGBT community are disproportionately affected. The document analyzes how factors like poverty, lack of healthcare access, and stigma likely contribute to the high disease burden. It concludes that HIV/AIDS is one of the most pressing public health issues facing Metro Atlanta due to its complex risk factors.
The new public health and std hiv preventionSpringer
This document discusses social determinants of sexually transmitted infections. It explores how social factors like education, occupation, neighborhoods, and media can influence sexual behaviors and networks, thereby affecting STI spread. Key determinants of STI transmission include likelihood of transmission during sex, number of sexual partners, and partnership patterns. Factors like consistent condom use, access to healthcare, sex education, sexual network patterns, and timing of partnerships all influence STI rates at a population level.
Latin@ Lives and the Next Generation of HIV Prevention: Policies, Politics a...CHAMP Network
The document summarizes key points about Latinx communities and HIV/AIDS prevention including:
- Latinx people represent 15.3% of the US population but account for 24.8% of HIV diagnoses due to undercounting of Puerto Ricans.
- Substance use, mental illness, and HIV/AIDS are interlinked and increasing one risk can increase the others.
- Injection drug use and sex with injection drug users were major causes of AIDS cases among Hispanic women in the late 1990s.
- Harm reduction strategies like syringe exchange programs are effective in preventing HIV transmission and should be supported.
This document presents a final report on a multi-pronged public health intervention to raise HIV/AIDS awareness and encourage testing in Florida on World AIDS Day 2014. Three approaches were evaluated: 1) An art installation and candlelight vigil honoring those with HIV/AIDS. 2) A health fair with HIV/STD testing at a university in an African American neighborhood with high HIV rates. 3) A panel discussion and testing at a predominantly African American church in the same neighborhood. The goal was to increase awareness and testing among at-risk groups like African Americans in Florida, who have disproportionately high HIV rates. Evaluation methods included event attendance, media coverage, testing rates, and interviews. The results showed the events raised awareness and some
HIV/AIDS affects persons from Sub-Saharan Africa and men who have sex with men (MSM) in a disproportionate way. This article analyzes the evidence and the plausibility of anogenital anatomical factors which may contribute to the HIV/AIDS pandemic in the key populations for sexual transmission. The etiology of the pandemic is discussed. Direct and indirect evidence for narrow anogenital anatomy is presented. Two semi-theoretical arguments for anatomical factors are put forward. Anogenital anatomy is analyzed in view of Hill's criteria for causation. I describe how randomized controlled trials and other confirmatory studies could be designed and discuss the consequences of the hypothesis. While many contributing factors for the HIV/AIDS pandemic are well established, direct and indirect empirical evidence, as well as semi-theoretical arguments, militates for an additional role of macroscopic anogenital anatomy in HIV key populations. This factor fulfills Hill's criteria.
Il s'agit d'une fiche technique sur la prévention du VIH parmi les trans.
Non datée, elle est le fruit du travail de Rita Melendez, de la San Francisco State University, Valerie Spencer de la Charles R. Drew University, et David Whittier, du Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
This research proposal aims to study factors that lead to higher rates of HIV/AIDS diagnoses among African American men ages 18-24 compared to other groups. The researcher will conduct surveys and interviews with at least 100 men who have sex with men, including those of various races and socioeconomic backgrounds. Key research questions include examining differences in access to healthcare, levels of risk behavior, and how cultural and educational factors may influence HIV transmission patterns between racial groups. The goal is to better understand disparities and empower communities through more effective education and prevention strategies.
This research project aims to examine the family burden of people living with AIDS receiving treatment at BPKIHS. It will use an exploratory research design and survey 30 primary caregiver family members using interviews and assessments of family burden. The study hypothesizes that there will be no association between family burden and caregiver characteristics or social stigma. It seeks to understand the demographic profiles of PLWAs and their families, problems faced by caregivers, and the relationship between family burden and demographics. The results could help develop strategies to better support patients and reduce caregiver burden through education and policy changes.
Community Profile of HIV AIDS within Atlanta GeorgiaMary Akel
This document provides a community profile of HIV/AIDS in Metro Atlanta, focusing on Fulton and Dekalb Counties. It identifies relevant geographic, demographic, and socioeconomic characteristics of the area. HIV prevalence and rates of STIs like chlamydia are significantly higher in these counties compared to national averages. African Americans and the LGBT community are disproportionately affected. The document analyzes how factors like poverty, lack of healthcare access, and stigma likely contribute to the high disease burden. It concludes that HIV/AIDS is one of the most pressing public health issues facing Metro Atlanta due to its complex risk factors.
The new public health and std hiv preventionSpringer
This document discusses social determinants of sexually transmitted infections. It explores how social factors like education, occupation, neighborhoods, and media can influence sexual behaviors and networks, thereby affecting STI spread. Key determinants of STI transmission include likelihood of transmission during sex, number of sexual partners, and partnership patterns. Factors like consistent condom use, access to healthcare, sex education, sexual network patterns, and timing of partnerships all influence STI rates at a population level.
Latin@ Lives and the Next Generation of HIV Prevention: Policies, Politics a...CHAMP Network
The document summarizes key points about Latinx communities and HIV/AIDS prevention including:
- Latinx people represent 15.3% of the US population but account for 24.8% of HIV diagnoses due to undercounting of Puerto Ricans.
- Substance use, mental illness, and HIV/AIDS are interlinked and increasing one risk can increase the others.
- Injection drug use and sex with injection drug users were major causes of AIDS cases among Hispanic women in the late 1990s.
- Harm reduction strategies like syringe exchange programs are effective in preventing HIV transmission and should be supported.
This document presents a final report on a multi-pronged public health intervention to raise HIV/AIDS awareness and encourage testing in Florida on World AIDS Day 2014. Three approaches were evaluated: 1) An art installation and candlelight vigil honoring those with HIV/AIDS. 2) A health fair with HIV/STD testing at a university in an African American neighborhood with high HIV rates. 3) A panel discussion and testing at a predominantly African American church in the same neighborhood. The goal was to increase awareness and testing among at-risk groups like African Americans in Florida, who have disproportionately high HIV rates. Evaluation methods included event attendance, media coverage, testing rates, and interviews. The results showed the events raised awareness and some
Global Medical Cures™ | HIV Among Women
DISCLAIMER-
Global Medical Cures™ does not offer any medical advice, diagnosis, treatment or recommendations. Only your healthcare provider/physician can offer you information and recommendations for you to decide about your healthcare choices.
According to the document:
1) In 2011, it was estimated that approximately 21 gay and bisexual men in BC died from HIV disease, and around 18 died from suicide.
2) The estimates of suicide among gay and bisexual men are highly sensitive to assumptions about relative risk and the proportion of males that are gay or bisexual. The estimates could range from 6 to 34 suicides per year.
3) Historically, HIV-related deaths have been higher among gay and bisexual men, but suicide rates may surpass HIV if HIV treatment trends continue successfully. Further study is needed to better understand suicide among gay and bisexual adult men.
Substance Abuse Vs Suicidal risk report Final Draft 06_04_2015Geoffrey Kip, MPH
1. This study examines the relationship between substance abuse and suicide risk among youth ages 14-24 in Philadelphia. It analyzes whether substance abuse scores and specific drugs (alcohol, marijuana, tobacco, illicit drugs) predict suicide ideation and lifetime suicide scores.
2. The study uses a cross-sectional design and secondary data from behavioral health screens administered in emergency departments, primary care offices, schools and other locations. Logistic regression is used to calculate odds ratios for substance abuse variables predicting suicide history.
3. Preliminary results found that substance abuse scores and use of marijuana, alcohol, tobacco and other illicit drugs were all significant predictors of history of suicide in participants. Race also significantly predicted suicide history for those
Minorities, especially African Americans, account for nearly half the population of Fulton County, Georgia but experience disproportionate rates of health issues like sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). STD rates in Fulton County, particularly for conditions like chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis, are among the highest in the state. African Americans contract STDs at much higher rates than other groups. Social factors like poverty, lack of access to healthcare, and segregation of minority populations likely contribute to these disparities.
HIV/AIDS and Infectious Diseases: Prevalence and Attitudes Among U.S. Latinos
Dr Li Loriz, PhD, ARNP, BC, Director, School of Nursing, University of North Florida
July 22, 2005 - UNF Hispanic Health Issues Seminar
This is part 6 of an 8 part series of seminars on Hispanic Health Issues brought to you by the University of North Florida’s Dept. of Public Health, College of Health, a grant from AETNA, and the cooperation of Duval County Health Department.
The document discusses the controversial history of blood donation policies in the US, which have at times discriminated against African Americans and gay/bisexual men. During WWII, black and white blood was separated due to a racist military policy, despite evidence that blood does not differ by race. During the AIDS crisis in the 1980s, many doctors were reluctant to investigate the disease because it initially affected gay men. The FDA instituted a lifetime ban on blood donations from gay and bisexual men in 1983 due to homophobia and unfounded fears, even as other countries have since reformed similar discriminatory policies. Critics argue the ban is an ineffective and discriminatory way to screen donors compared to assessing individual risk behaviors.
The document discusses barriers to HIV prevention and care for gay and bisexual African American males aged 18-24 in Sacramento County. It notes that this group has disproportionately high rates of HIV infection locally and nationally. Some key barriers include poverty, lack of health insurance, discrimination, homophobia, and lack of access to healthcare. The proposed "PrEP for Love" program aims to address this issue by providing HIV/STI education, access to pre-exposure prophylaxis medication, and linkage to culturally competent healthcare providers to reduce new HIV infections in this high-risk population. It seeks to replicate the success of a similar program in San Francisco that reported zero new HIV cases during its operation.
This document provides a grant proposal for a program to address sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among students at The College at Brockport. It includes an epidemiological assessment noting high STI rates locally and among young people. Factors contributing to STIs include lack of condom use and testing. The program aims to increase condom use and testing by 10% through a theoretical framework of the Health Belief Model. It will provide STI education and resources in freshman residence halls and the student union.
This report summarizes findings on HIV/AIDS among gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men (MSM) in Canada. Key findings include: rates of HIV are highest among MSM, who represent over 40% of new HIV infections; factors like homophobia, lack of social support, and barriers to healthcare contribute to higher vulnerability; and more research is needed on resilience, subpopulations of MSM, and culturally-competent healthcare services. The report aims to inform future research, policy, and programming to address HIV/AIDS in these communities.
International Journal of Humanities and Social Science Invention (IJHSSI)inventionjournals
International Journal of Humanities and Social Science Invention (IJHSSI) is an international journal intended for professionals and researchers in all fields of Humanities and Social Science. IJHSSI publishes research articles and reviews within the whole field Humanities and Social Science, new teaching methods, assessment, validation and the impact of new technologies and it will continue to provide information on the latest trends and developments in this ever-expanding subject. The publications of papers are selected through double peer reviewed to ensure originality, relevance, and readability. The articles published in our journal can be accessed online.
The Journal will bring together leading researchers, engineers and scientists in the domain of interest from around the world. Topics of interest for submission include, but are not limited to
The document discusses the consequences of the sexual revolution in the 1950s-1990s. It led to increased sexually transmitted diseases and HIV/AIDS infections due to abandoning traditional sexual constraints. Premarital sex can cause psychological harm in adolescents and lead to future marital problems. The sexual revolution was underpinned by philosophies promoting recreational sex and a casual attitude toward sexuality.
This document discusses the difference between risk and vulnerability in the context of HIV/AIDS. It defines risk as the possibility of acquiring HIV infection, which can be increased by behaviors like unprotected sex with partners of unknown status or injecting drug use with shared needles. Vulnerability is not defined but the document discusses groups that are vulnerable to HIV like sex workers and men who have sex with men. It provides examples of HIV prevalence and risk behaviors in different populations in Southern states of India. It stresses the importance of an enabling environment that protects human rights to effectively address HIV.
Invisible Men who have Sex with Men and Survival: From Practice to Research a...Jim Pickett
John Schneider's, University of Chicago, presentation at the Sex in the City II: Men, Sex, Love and HIV conference, held in Chicago on September 25, 2014. Sponsored by AIDS Foundation of Chicago and other partners.
This article discusses psychological impacts and treatment of HIV/AIDS among Nigerian women, with a focus on cultural implications and promoting gender equality. It finds that Nigerian women are particularly vulnerable to HIV infection due to cultural and gender norms. Factors such as traditional gender roles, lack of education and economic opportunities, sexual violence, and harmful widowhood practices increase women's risk. The prevalence of HIV is higher among Nigerian women than men. Younger women are especially at risk. The article calls for addressing stigma, discrimination, and gender inequality to improve treatment and promote a more equitable response to the HIV epidemic in Nigeria.
This document is a literature review that examines how to engage men aged 18-40 in regular health services in Canada. It finds that Canadian men on average live 4 years less than women, with higher rates of preventable causes of death like cardiovascular disease and suicide. Men are also less likely than women to access primary health services. The research problem is that cultural norms portraying men as independent and stoic make it difficult to engage men in preventative health behaviors. The literature review aims to understand how to better promote men's health and increase their participation in basic health services. It reviews both qualitative and quantitative research on factors influencing men's health behaviors and utilization of health care.
UNF Hispanic Health Issues Seminars: Brief Review
Dr. Judith Rodriguez, RD and Daniel Santibanez, MPH, RD, Department of Public Health, University of North Florida
September 23, 2005 - UNF Hispanic Health Issues Seminars
This is part 8 of an 8 part series of seminars on Hispanic Health Issues brought to you by the University of North Florida’s Dept. of Public Health, College of Health, a grant from AETNA, and the cooperation of the Duval County Health Department.
This study examined the immediate physiological stress response to racial microaggressions in Asian American college students. 49 participants were randomly assigned to either a control condition with neutral comments or a microaggression condition with subtle racist comments. Blood pressure was measured before and after. Results showed a significant increase in diastolic blood pressure after microaggressions, supporting the hypothesis that microaggressions elicit physiological stress. Additionally, those reporting frequent experiences of microaggressions showed higher blood pressure increases after microaggressions than those with less frequent experiences. The findings suggest that racial microaggressions pose health risks, and the more often they are perceived, the greater the physiological impact.
HIV/AIDS: Hispanic/Latino Disparities and Policy Recommendations
Daniel Santibanez, MPH, Department of Public Health, University of North Florida
Donna T. Jones, MS, RD, LD/N, Medical Nutrition Therapy of Florida, Inc.
July 22, 2005 - UNF Hispanic Health Issues Seminar
This is part 6 of an 8 part series of seminars on Hispanic Health Issues brought to you by the University of North Florida’s Dept. of Public Health, College of Health, a grant from AETNA, and the cooperation of Duval County Health Department.
This document contains arguments presented by two student groups for and against homosexuality. The group supporting homosexuality provides arguments around happiness, evolution, settling down, privacy, minority rights, and adoption. The group against homosexuality argues homosexuality leads to unhappiness, is unnatural, causes social disdain, disrupts family values, and deprives potential life. Both groups then provide rebuttals to the other group's arguments.
The document discusses various topics related to homosexuality including prejudice, a gay pride parade in San Francisco, puberty delay in children, and whether highlighting differences leads to more prejudice or discussion. It also briefly mentions several countries and the United Nations.
This document discusses homosexuality and whether it should be accepted or not. It begins by defining key terms like homosexuality, heterosexuality, bisexuality, and transgender. It then examines potential causes of homosexuality from an environmental, biological, and lifestyle perspective. Several arguments are presented for why homosexuality is considered a social problem, including that it violates religious texts, natural law, and increases disease. The document also discusses homosexuality in the context of the Philippines, noting it is currently not legally possible to have same-sex marriage. However, it discusses an ordinance in Davao City that prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation and Duterte's support for same-sex marriage if people want it.
Global Medical Cures™ | HIV Among Women
DISCLAIMER-
Global Medical Cures™ does not offer any medical advice, diagnosis, treatment or recommendations. Only your healthcare provider/physician can offer you information and recommendations for you to decide about your healthcare choices.
According to the document:
1) In 2011, it was estimated that approximately 21 gay and bisexual men in BC died from HIV disease, and around 18 died from suicide.
2) The estimates of suicide among gay and bisexual men are highly sensitive to assumptions about relative risk and the proportion of males that are gay or bisexual. The estimates could range from 6 to 34 suicides per year.
3) Historically, HIV-related deaths have been higher among gay and bisexual men, but suicide rates may surpass HIV if HIV treatment trends continue successfully. Further study is needed to better understand suicide among gay and bisexual adult men.
Substance Abuse Vs Suicidal risk report Final Draft 06_04_2015Geoffrey Kip, MPH
1. This study examines the relationship between substance abuse and suicide risk among youth ages 14-24 in Philadelphia. It analyzes whether substance abuse scores and specific drugs (alcohol, marijuana, tobacco, illicit drugs) predict suicide ideation and lifetime suicide scores.
2. The study uses a cross-sectional design and secondary data from behavioral health screens administered in emergency departments, primary care offices, schools and other locations. Logistic regression is used to calculate odds ratios for substance abuse variables predicting suicide history.
3. Preliminary results found that substance abuse scores and use of marijuana, alcohol, tobacco and other illicit drugs were all significant predictors of history of suicide in participants. Race also significantly predicted suicide history for those
Minorities, especially African Americans, account for nearly half the population of Fulton County, Georgia but experience disproportionate rates of health issues like sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). STD rates in Fulton County, particularly for conditions like chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis, are among the highest in the state. African Americans contract STDs at much higher rates than other groups. Social factors like poverty, lack of access to healthcare, and segregation of minority populations likely contribute to these disparities.
HIV/AIDS and Infectious Diseases: Prevalence and Attitudes Among U.S. Latinos
Dr Li Loriz, PhD, ARNP, BC, Director, School of Nursing, University of North Florida
July 22, 2005 - UNF Hispanic Health Issues Seminar
This is part 6 of an 8 part series of seminars on Hispanic Health Issues brought to you by the University of North Florida’s Dept. of Public Health, College of Health, a grant from AETNA, and the cooperation of Duval County Health Department.
The document discusses the controversial history of blood donation policies in the US, which have at times discriminated against African Americans and gay/bisexual men. During WWII, black and white blood was separated due to a racist military policy, despite evidence that blood does not differ by race. During the AIDS crisis in the 1980s, many doctors were reluctant to investigate the disease because it initially affected gay men. The FDA instituted a lifetime ban on blood donations from gay and bisexual men in 1983 due to homophobia and unfounded fears, even as other countries have since reformed similar discriminatory policies. Critics argue the ban is an ineffective and discriminatory way to screen donors compared to assessing individual risk behaviors.
The document discusses barriers to HIV prevention and care for gay and bisexual African American males aged 18-24 in Sacramento County. It notes that this group has disproportionately high rates of HIV infection locally and nationally. Some key barriers include poverty, lack of health insurance, discrimination, homophobia, and lack of access to healthcare. The proposed "PrEP for Love" program aims to address this issue by providing HIV/STI education, access to pre-exposure prophylaxis medication, and linkage to culturally competent healthcare providers to reduce new HIV infections in this high-risk population. It seeks to replicate the success of a similar program in San Francisco that reported zero new HIV cases during its operation.
This document provides a grant proposal for a program to address sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among students at The College at Brockport. It includes an epidemiological assessment noting high STI rates locally and among young people. Factors contributing to STIs include lack of condom use and testing. The program aims to increase condom use and testing by 10% through a theoretical framework of the Health Belief Model. It will provide STI education and resources in freshman residence halls and the student union.
This report summarizes findings on HIV/AIDS among gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men (MSM) in Canada. Key findings include: rates of HIV are highest among MSM, who represent over 40% of new HIV infections; factors like homophobia, lack of social support, and barriers to healthcare contribute to higher vulnerability; and more research is needed on resilience, subpopulations of MSM, and culturally-competent healthcare services. The report aims to inform future research, policy, and programming to address HIV/AIDS in these communities.
International Journal of Humanities and Social Science Invention (IJHSSI)inventionjournals
International Journal of Humanities and Social Science Invention (IJHSSI) is an international journal intended for professionals and researchers in all fields of Humanities and Social Science. IJHSSI publishes research articles and reviews within the whole field Humanities and Social Science, new teaching methods, assessment, validation and the impact of new technologies and it will continue to provide information on the latest trends and developments in this ever-expanding subject. The publications of papers are selected through double peer reviewed to ensure originality, relevance, and readability. The articles published in our journal can be accessed online.
The Journal will bring together leading researchers, engineers and scientists in the domain of interest from around the world. Topics of interest for submission include, but are not limited to
The document discusses the consequences of the sexual revolution in the 1950s-1990s. It led to increased sexually transmitted diseases and HIV/AIDS infections due to abandoning traditional sexual constraints. Premarital sex can cause psychological harm in adolescents and lead to future marital problems. The sexual revolution was underpinned by philosophies promoting recreational sex and a casual attitude toward sexuality.
This document discusses the difference between risk and vulnerability in the context of HIV/AIDS. It defines risk as the possibility of acquiring HIV infection, which can be increased by behaviors like unprotected sex with partners of unknown status or injecting drug use with shared needles. Vulnerability is not defined but the document discusses groups that are vulnerable to HIV like sex workers and men who have sex with men. It provides examples of HIV prevalence and risk behaviors in different populations in Southern states of India. It stresses the importance of an enabling environment that protects human rights to effectively address HIV.
Invisible Men who have Sex with Men and Survival: From Practice to Research a...Jim Pickett
John Schneider's, University of Chicago, presentation at the Sex in the City II: Men, Sex, Love and HIV conference, held in Chicago on September 25, 2014. Sponsored by AIDS Foundation of Chicago and other partners.
This article discusses psychological impacts and treatment of HIV/AIDS among Nigerian women, with a focus on cultural implications and promoting gender equality. It finds that Nigerian women are particularly vulnerable to HIV infection due to cultural and gender norms. Factors such as traditional gender roles, lack of education and economic opportunities, sexual violence, and harmful widowhood practices increase women's risk. The prevalence of HIV is higher among Nigerian women than men. Younger women are especially at risk. The article calls for addressing stigma, discrimination, and gender inequality to improve treatment and promote a more equitable response to the HIV epidemic in Nigeria.
This document is a literature review that examines how to engage men aged 18-40 in regular health services in Canada. It finds that Canadian men on average live 4 years less than women, with higher rates of preventable causes of death like cardiovascular disease and suicide. Men are also less likely than women to access primary health services. The research problem is that cultural norms portraying men as independent and stoic make it difficult to engage men in preventative health behaviors. The literature review aims to understand how to better promote men's health and increase their participation in basic health services. It reviews both qualitative and quantitative research on factors influencing men's health behaviors and utilization of health care.
UNF Hispanic Health Issues Seminars: Brief Review
Dr. Judith Rodriguez, RD and Daniel Santibanez, MPH, RD, Department of Public Health, University of North Florida
September 23, 2005 - UNF Hispanic Health Issues Seminars
This is part 8 of an 8 part series of seminars on Hispanic Health Issues brought to you by the University of North Florida’s Dept. of Public Health, College of Health, a grant from AETNA, and the cooperation of the Duval County Health Department.
This study examined the immediate physiological stress response to racial microaggressions in Asian American college students. 49 participants were randomly assigned to either a control condition with neutral comments or a microaggression condition with subtle racist comments. Blood pressure was measured before and after. Results showed a significant increase in diastolic blood pressure after microaggressions, supporting the hypothesis that microaggressions elicit physiological stress. Additionally, those reporting frequent experiences of microaggressions showed higher blood pressure increases after microaggressions than those with less frequent experiences. The findings suggest that racial microaggressions pose health risks, and the more often they are perceived, the greater the physiological impact.
HIV/AIDS: Hispanic/Latino Disparities and Policy Recommendations
Daniel Santibanez, MPH, Department of Public Health, University of North Florida
Donna T. Jones, MS, RD, LD/N, Medical Nutrition Therapy of Florida, Inc.
July 22, 2005 - UNF Hispanic Health Issues Seminar
This is part 6 of an 8 part series of seminars on Hispanic Health Issues brought to you by the University of North Florida’s Dept. of Public Health, College of Health, a grant from AETNA, and the cooperation of Duval County Health Department.
This document contains arguments presented by two student groups for and against homosexuality. The group supporting homosexuality provides arguments around happiness, evolution, settling down, privacy, minority rights, and adoption. The group against homosexuality argues homosexuality leads to unhappiness, is unnatural, causes social disdain, disrupts family values, and deprives potential life. Both groups then provide rebuttals to the other group's arguments.
The document discusses various topics related to homosexuality including prejudice, a gay pride parade in San Francisco, puberty delay in children, and whether highlighting differences leads to more prejudice or discussion. It also briefly mentions several countries and the United Nations.
This document discusses homosexuality and whether it should be accepted or not. It begins by defining key terms like homosexuality, heterosexuality, bisexuality, and transgender. It then examines potential causes of homosexuality from an environmental, biological, and lifestyle perspective. Several arguments are presented for why homosexuality is considered a social problem, including that it violates religious texts, natural law, and increases disease. The document also discusses homosexuality in the context of the Philippines, noting it is currently not legally possible to have same-sex marriage. However, it discusses an ordinance in Davao City that prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation and Duterte's support for same-sex marriage if people want it.
1. Fatherhood plays an important role in masculinity development and preventing homosexuality.
2. While homosexuality may have complex origins, change is possible through focusing on Jesus and making new brain connections with his help.
3. Christians should show grace, acceptance and care to those struggling with homosexuality or same-sex attraction, rather than pride or shame, and lead them to Jesus.
This document provides information on a 2010 Karnic 2965 motor yacht for sale listed for £107,000. Key details include:
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The document includes extensive additional information on the yacht's specifications, layout, equipment and amenities. It provides photos, contact details and advises interested parties to contact the broker for further details or to arrange
The document summarizes the construction of the Qinghai-Tibet Railway connecting Beijing to Lhasa, Tibet. It faced immense challenges due to the difficult terrain of high altitudes, permafrost, and fragile ecosystem. Engineers overcame obstacles through solutions like stone embankments, thermosiphons, and bridges. Environmental protection including passageways for wildlife was a priority. The railway development supports Tibet's economy and prosperity through infrastructure investment from China's central government.
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To import files to iTunes, first open the iTunes software. From the File menu, select either "Add File" or "Add Folder" to import individual files or folders from your computer into the iTunes library. For files, navigate to and select the file then click Open, and for folders, select the folder then click Select to complete the import process.
This document discusses using simulated annealing (SA) as an algorithm to optimize portfolios by finding optimal combinations of risk and return. SA is presented as an alternative to gradient search methods which tend to get stuck in local optima. The SA algorithm begins with a random portfolio and iteratively explores neighboring portfolios to search for better risk-return metrics. It allows for some probability of accepting worse portfolios to avoid local optima. Step-by-step instructions are provided for implementing an SA algorithm along with an example application to optimizing a credit default swap portfolio. The SA approach is shown to outperform a greedy search algorithm in finding superior risk-return portfolios.
Social Media Content That Engages and ConvertsEric T. Tung
How to create social media content that engages and converts. How can businesses create blog posts, images, infographics and other content that people will read.
NPolls composed a survey of 1.244 iPhone/iPod/iPad users in US, asking who voters thought were going to win the XLV Super Bowl this Sunday between the Pittsburg Steelers and the Green Bay Packers. Results were close in percentage (51% and 49%)!
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive function. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
Eric Tung gives a presentation on maintaining a good online reputation and social media presence. He discusses how social media is widely used by employers to research candidates and that many have decided not to hire someone based on their online profiles. Tung advises cleaning up social media by untagging photos, checking privacy settings, and removing unprofessional content. He also recommends using LinkedIn, Twitter, and blogging to establish an online reputation and network in your industry.
9. The LGBT Movements Health Issues- Higher Rates of HIV/AIDS and Other STDs ...Antonio Bernard
This document discusses various health risks associated with homosexuality and same-sex relationships. It notes that homosexuals have higher rates of HIV/AIDS, other STDs, anal cancer, and Kaposi's sarcoma. The document cites studies that show homosexual behavior, such as anal sex and multiple partners, increases risk of contracting infectious diseases. It also argues diseases are on the rise within the LGBT community despite education, and that syphilis in particular can have serious long-term effects if untreated.
This document summarizes the rising rates of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) among gay and bisexual men in Arizona, despite effective HIV/AIDS treatments. It describes a case study of a man who does not practice safe sex. While HIV treatment has reduced deaths, it has also led to more risky sexual behavior and increased rates of other STDs like gonorrhea, chlamydia, and syphilis. Health officials are concerned by the rise in STDs and advocate for more screening and education efforts.
The document provides a history and overview of HIV/AIDS, including its origins in 1981, current global epidemiology with over 33 million people living with HIV globally, and highest prevalence in sub-Saharan Africa. The main modes of HIV transmission are described as unprotected sexual contact, blood transfusions, mother-to-child transmission, and intravenous drug use. Factors that increase vulnerability to HIV infection include high viral load, genital ulcers/trauma/menstruation, lack of male circumcision, and sexually transmitted infections.
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It is clear that there are serious medical consequences to same-sex behavior by having too many diseases.
Male Homosexual Behavior
Men having sex with other men leads to greater health risks than men having sex with women19 not only because of promiscuity but also because of the nature of sex among men. A British researcher summarizes the danger as follows:
"Male homosexual behaviour is not simply either 'active' or 'passive,' since penile-anal, mouth-penile, and hand-anal sexual contact is usual for both partners, and mouth-anal contact is not infrequent. . . . Mouth-anal contact is the reason for the relatively high incidence of diseases caused by bowel pathogens in male homosexuals.
Anal intercourse
Yet human physiology makes it clear that the body was not designed to accommodate this activity. The rectum is significantly different from the vagina with regard to suitability for penetration by a penis. The vagina has natural lubricants and is supported by a network of muscles. It is composed of a mucus membrane with a multi-layer stratified squamous epithelium that allows it to endure friction without damage and to resist the immunological actions caused by semen and sperm.
Anal-genital consequences
-Anal Cancer
Chlamydia trachomatis
Cryptosporidium
Giardia lamblia
Herpes simplex virus
-Human immunodeficiency virus
-Human papilloma virus
Isospora belli
Microsporidia
Gonorrhea
Viral hepatitis types B & C
Syphilis
Female Homosexual Behavior
Lesbians are also at higher risk for health problems than heterosexuals. However, the health consequences of lesbianism are less well documented than for male homosexuals. This is partly because the devastation of AIDS has caused male homosexual activity to draw the lion's share of medical attention.
Shortened Life Span
The greater incidence of physical and mental health problems among gays and lesbians has serious consequences for length of life. While many are aware of the death toll from AIDS, there has been little public attention given to the magnitude of the lost years of life
AIDS and homosexuality
• 2% of U.S. population is gay yet it accounts for 61% of HIV infection: "Men who have sex with men remain the group most heavily affected by new HIV infections. While CDC estimates that MSM represent only 2 percent of the U.S. population, they accounted for the majority (61 percent; 29,300) of all new HIV infections in 2009. Young MSM (ages 13 to 29) were most severely affected, representing more than one quarter of all new HIV infections nationally (27 percent; 12,900 in 2009)." (Center for Disease Control,
cdc.gov/nchhstp/newsroom/HIVIncidencePressRelease.html
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If homosexual activity does not harm .
Influence of Risk Factors on HPV, Pap smear Abnormalities, Cervical Intraepit...Shannon Laratonda MHS
The document summarizes four studies that identify risk factors for HPV. All four studies found that younger age and a higher number of sexual partners are strongly correlated with HPV infection. Additional risk factors identified across the studies include ever having sex, alcohol consumption, low income, smoking, and oral contraceptive use. Understanding risk factors can help target prevention efforts and may provide insight into HPV persistence and cervical cancer development.
Ethnic differences in HIV-disclosure and sexual riskJason .docxelbanglis
Ethnic differences in HIV-disclosure and sexual risk
Jason D.P. Birda*, David D. Fingerhuta,b and David J. McKirnana,b
aDepartment of Research, Howard Brown Health Center, Chicago, IL, USA; bDepartment of Pscyhology, University of Illinois
at Chicago, Chicago, IL, USA
(Received 23 March 2010; final version received 7 July 2010)
Little is known about ethnic differences in HIV-disclosure to sexual partners or the relationship between HIV-
disclosure and sexual risk. Differences in HIV-disclosure rates between African-American and White men who
have sex with men (MSM) were analyzed using data from the Treatment Advocacy Program. In general, the
findings suggest that African-Americans are less likely than Whites to disclose their HIV status to sexual partners.
The findings also suggest that the African-American participants who disclosed to HIV-negative partners were
significantly less likely to engage in unprotected anal sex with HIV-negative partners and partners whose HIV
status was unknown than those participants who did not disclosure to HIV-negative partners. Although HIV-
disclosure appears to be an important factor to consider in HIV-prevention efforts, there are unique factors that
influence HIV-disclosure decisions for African-American MSM. Interventions should consider these unique
challenges before focusing on HIV-disclosure as a primary tool for reducing the transmission of HIV.
Keywords: HIV/AIDS; HIV prevention; African-Americans; men who have sex with men
Background/Significance
Racial disparities in new HIV infections have become
increasingly pronounced, with African-Americans
accounting for over 50% of all newly diagnosed
HIV/AIDS cases in 2007 (CDC, 2009). Moreover,
African-American men who have sex with men
(MSM) are a highly vulnerable subgroup with
epidemiological data showing they are twice as likely
as White MSM to become infected with HIV (CDC,
2009). In response to these rising infection rates,
prevention efforts have shifted toward more routine
testing and a greater emphasis on prevention inter-
ventions with HIV-positive individuals (CDC, 2009;
Crepaz & Marks, 2003; Gorbach et al., 2004;
Sullivan, 2005). These intervention shifts will inevi-
tably fuel the debate regarding the relationship
between HIV-disclosure and sexual risk. Given the
racial differences in HIV transmission rates, it is
possible that HIV-related behavior, such as HIV
status disclosure, will show similar disparities and
this study seeks to explicitly examine what racial
differences in HIV-disclosure to sexual partners might
exist.
Debate continues regarding the cause of racial
disparities in the rates of HIV infection. Research
shows that African-American MSM are not more
sexually risky and do not have significantly more
sexual partners than their White counterparts (Millett,
Flores, Peterson, & Bakeman, 2007; Millett, Peterson,
Wolitski, & Stall, 2006). Recent data does suggest,
however, that riskier sexual netw ...
International lancet worldwide burden of hiv in transgender women a systema...clac.cab
The document summarizes a systematic review and meta-analysis of worldwide HIV prevalence among transgender women. It finds an overall pooled HIV prevalence of 19.1% among 11,066 transgender women across 15 countries. Prevalence was higher in high-income countries (21.6%) than in low- and middle-income countries (17.7%). The odds of HIV infection were 48.8 times higher for transgender women compared to all adults of reproductive age in the same countries. The analysis suggests transgender women represent a very high-risk population for HIV globally.
A Review Of The Literature On HIV Infection And SchizophreniaSabrina Baloi
People with schizophrenia are at higher risk of HIV infection due to an increased likelihood of engaging in high-risk behaviors like unprotected sex, intravenous drug use, and having multiple partners. However, many mental health policies fail to address this issue and clinicians often are unaware of the risks and prevalence of HIV within this population. As a result, screening and treatment of HIV among people with schizophrenia is delayed. Research is needed to better understand HIV risks for this group and to develop policies and clinical practices that promote sexual health education and screening.
This document discusses the lack of recognition of trans and gender diverse (TGD) people in discussions around HIV/AIDS in Australia. While TGD people have a high risk of contracting HIV, accounting for up to 4% of notifications in Australia, they are largely invisible in mainstream discourse and data collection on HIV. The document argues that more research is needed on the lived experiences of TGD people living with HIV in Australia to understand the social challenges they face and improve recognition, care, and support for this at-risk population.
This document discusses various topics related to teen sexual health in the United States, including statistics on teen sexual activity, pregnancy rates, sexually transmitted infections, access to healthcare and contraception, and effectiveness of abstinence-only education programs. It provides perspectives from physicians advocating for comprehensive sex education and access to contraception to help improve sexual health outcomes for teens.
This document discusses various topics related to teen sexual health in the United States, including statistics on teen sexual activity, pregnancy rates, sexually transmitted infections, access to healthcare and contraception, and effectiveness of abstinence-only education programs. It provides perspectives from physicians advocating for comprehensive sex education and access to contraception to help improve sexual health outcomes for teens.
This document discusses the development of a new vocabulary among American gay men, particularly terms used online to indicate sexual preferences and HIV status when seeking partners. Key terms that have emerged include "barebacking" for unprotected anal sex, "poz" to indicate being HIV positive, and "DDF" meaning "drug and disease free". The rise of these terms is linked to the practice of "serosorting" where men seek partners of the same HIV status. The document explores how the internet has facilitated the development and sharing of this new vocabulary by making partner seeking easier and more anonymous.
Factors Influencing Gender Disparities in the Prevalence of HIV AIDS in Fako ...ijtsrd
There is a prevalence of HIV AIDS in the society among men and women and there is gender disparity in the prevalence of HIV AIDS. Biological and other factors are pointing to the fact that the women are more vulnerable and therefore have more possibilities of spreading it. This study was done in Fako Division in the South West Region of Cameroon. The general objective of this study was to investigate the factors leading to the gender disparity in the prevalence of HIV AIDS. The research is a descriptive survey. The target population was the HIV AIDS patients that are treated in the Limbe and Buea Regional Hospitals. These hospitals were purposively selected with a purposive sampling of 50 males and female. This research involves the use of both primary and secondary data with the use of questionnaires, check list and review of secondary data on problems leading to a gender difference in the prevalence of HIV AIDS in these areas. Analysis of data was done with the use of windows SPSS. Findings of the study show that there is a high gender difference of about 39.21 in Buea Regional Hospital and a gender difference of 24.4 in Limbe Regional Hospital. Some factors were found responsible for this disparity that include early start of sexual activities for females, low level of education, multiple sexual partners, unemployment for females and others. Recommendations have been made to the government, the women themselves, health professionals, NGOs and other significant stakeholders. Bisong Prisca Mboh "Factors Influencing Gender Disparities in the Prevalence of HIV/AIDS in Fako Division Cameroon: Case Study of Limbe and Buea Regional Hospitals" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-3 | Issue-6 , October 2019, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd29236.pdf Paper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/medicine/other/29236/factors-influencing-gender-disparities-in-the-prevalence-of-hivaids-in-fako-division-cameroon-case-study-of-limbe-and-buea-regional-hospitals/bisong-prisca-mboh
A survey of over 900 youth ages 16-24 in Cape Town, South Africa found that rates of anal sex were higher among boys (31%) than girls (11%). Youth who had engaged in anal sex were more likely to have negative views of abstinence, inconsistent condom use, experience or perpetrate dating violence and sexually coercive behaviors. While rates differed between boys and girls, risk factors associated with anal sex were similar, indicating a need for harm reduction programs addressing anal sex and its integration into relationship education curriculum.
This document provides an overview of HIV/AIDS including key facts about the virus, transmission, prevalence, demographics affected, testing and treatment. It notes that HIV is caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) which attacks CD4 cells. Some of the highest risk groups for transmission are men who have sex with men, injection drug users, and in the US, African Americans have disproportionately high rates of infection. While there is no vaccine or cure, highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) can effectively suppress the virus and prolong the healthy lives of many infected individuals.
St ds in the us. kevin ramirez period 7Kevin Ramirez
There are approximately 20 million new STD infections in the United States each year. As of 2013, around 110 million Americans had one or more STDs, which is about 35% of the population. Common STDs include gonorrhea, chlamydia, HPV, syphilis, and herpes. While condoms can be 98% effective against transmission, there is still a small chance of failure if microtears occur from improper storage or application. The Bronx borough of New York City has particularly high STD rates, with certain ZIP codes reporting epidemic levels of HIV, hepatitis, gonorrhea, syphilis, chlamydia, and tuberculosis.
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7. The LGBT Movement Health Issues - Oral Sex DangersAntonio Bernard
This document discusses the health risks associated with oral sex and homosexual behaviors. It presents findings from several medical and scientific studies that have found oral sex can transmit diseases like HPV, herpes, gonorrhea, and hepatitis. Studies cited found homosexual men have higher rates of sexually transmitted infections and diseases affecting the gastrointestinal tract from oral-anal contact. The document also discusses how lesbians can transmit infections through oral-genital contact and menstrual blood exchange. Overall, it argues behaviors like oral and anal sex are unnatural and pose dangers to physical and mental health.
This document is an academic essay written by Eric J. Roberson exploring the issue of barebacking (unprotected anal sex) among gay men. It provides context on the rise of barebacking practices despite knowledge of HIV/AIDS risks. It examines reasons why some men choose not to use condoms, including perceptions of masculinity influenced by social and cultural factors. The essay also discusses how concepts from neoliberalism like personal responsibility, free choice, and risk-taking have been adopted by some to justify barebacking. Statistics on increasing HIV rates among gay men in certain groups are presented to show barebacking is a serious issue requiring understanding of underlying motivations.
This document discusses sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among adolescents and young people. It notes that adolescents and youth have high rates of STIs due to factors like early sexual debut, lack of condom use, and involvement in sex work. Left untreated, STIs can lead to serious health consequences like pelvic inflammatory disease, infertility, and increased HIV risk. While STIs are common among adolescents, healthcare providers often fail to properly screen and counsel this age group about risk reduction. Effective STI management requires taking a sexual history, clinical examination, timely treatment, and reporting of cases.
This document provides an outline of Catholic prophecy from various sources including approved apparitions and private revelations. Some of the key points include:
1. Private revelations can provide guidance from God but are not required to be believed as firmly as public revelation. Prophecies often aim to call people to repentance so that foretold events can be mitigated.
2. The Virgin Mary has revealed many messages over decades, including 10 secrets to the children at Medjugorje, warning of a dark future that can be changed through prayer and penance. She specifically mentions Russia as a threat.
3. According to approved mystics like Sr. Lucia of Fatima, Russia will spread its errors and influence the
The document discusses how the Catholic Church was replaced in 1964 by a new Protestantized institution called the Novus Ordo church or Newchurch. It provides a partial list of 60 differences between the traditional Catholic Church and this new institution, such as substituting the Latin Mass with an invalid New Mass, eliminating fasting before communion, and changing the rites of baptism, marriage and ordination. The author argues this proves the Vatican II church is not the true Catholic Church and Catholics should have nothing to do with it.
This document discusses the Catholic doctrine that popes can err or fall into heresy, and that Catholics have a duty to resist and disobey popes that promote teachings contrary to Scripture or Church tradition. It cites numerous saints, popes, theologians, and Church councils that affirm a pope can be a heretic and should be resisted if he teaches heresy. Examples given include St. Paul resisting St. Peter on a matter of faith, and Pope Honorius I being condemned as a heretic by a Church council. The document concludes that Catholics must boldly resist wayward pontiffs in order to defend the faith.
The writer was born into a conservative Catholic family that followed pre-Vatican II traditions. At Catholic college, the writer and others secretly kept traditional Catholic books hidden for fear of punishment since Vatican II reforms were occurring. Over time, the writer developed underground sources and networks to share information on traditional Catholicism. The writer sees themselves as an outcast from the modernist Catholic church but remains committed to traditional Catholic teachings.
1) The document argues that recent Popes, beginning with John XXIII, have been satanic and heretical in promoting ecumenism and interfaith relations.
2) It provides examples of John Paul II engaging in activities with Hindus, Voodoo practitioners, and other faiths at Assisi that promoted syncretism and the "light of Lucifer."
3) The document strongly rejects the canonization of John Paul II and John XXIII, and views subsequent popes as apostates for destroying the true Catholic mass and further promoting heresy.
To keep-our-honor-clean-why-we-must-oppose-the-homosexual-agenda-for-the-mili...Daniel H
This document opposes lifting the ban on openly homosexual service members in the US military. It argues that allowing homosexuals to serve would damage unit cohesion and morale, as homosexuality is incompatible with the military's values of honor, discipline, and self-sacrifice. It also claims that openly homosexual service members would undermine recruitment and retention and increase health risks. The document concludes by urging Congress to maintain the ban to preserve the military's honor and effectiveness.
Response to charles at national catholic registerDaniel H
This document discusses several topics related to Catholicism:
1) It criticizes a poll by the Guttmacher Institute on Catholic women's use of birth control, arguing the poll was flawed and that most Catholic women do not use abortifacients.
2) It acknowledges the sexual abuse scandals in the Catholic clergy but argues this is not a new problem and was exacerbated by Vatican II reforms and lack of enforcement of canon law.
3) It disagrees that the conflict between Cardinal Dolan and Obama is private, arguing that Obama has declared war on Catholicism through various policies and statements disrespecting Catholic beliefs.
4) It expresses disappointment in the liberalism of Catholicism
The author argues that the GOP debates lack honesty, spontaneity, and substance. They feel staged and choreographed for sound bites. The moderator acts like a game show host rather than facilitating discussion. They want to see a less structured debate that allows for open discussion of social and religious issues like abortion, same-sex marriage, and the role of faith in America. The author believes candidates should address these topics to be fully accountable.
The document criticizes the growing acceptance of homosexuality in America. It argues that homosexuality is condemned by God, and that gay people bully Christians. It claims most serial killers were homosexual and that gay people advocate for sex with minors. It also argues that homosexuality spreads diseases and was wrongly removed as a mental illness due to political pressure.
The document discusses the recent repeal of the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy by the 111th Congress, which banned openly gay individuals from serving in the U.S. military. It argues that allowing open homosexuality in the military will degrade and demoralize the armed forces. It notes that military leaders testified against repealing the policy at this time, and over 1,100 retired generals and admirals signed a petition opposing repeal, as they understand the real-world impacts on unit cohesion and performance during war. The author argues that the 112th Congress must now take action to prevent implementing the repeal and protect the military.
The document provides instructions for praying the Rosary, including:
1) Praying the Apostles' Creed, Our Father, 3 Hail Marys, and Glory Be to begin.
2) Meditating on and praying for each set of mysteries (Joyful, Sorrowful, Glorious), focusing on particular virtues.
3) Reciting concluding prayers such as the Hail Holy Queen at the end of the full Rosary.
This document is the table of contents for the Code of Canon Law, which is organized into three books. Book I covers general norms, including ecclesiastical laws, customs, decrees, and singular administrative acts. Book II addresses the people of God, including the obligations and rights of Christ's faithful, clerics, and associations. Book III likely covers institutes of consecrated life and societies of apostolic life. The table of contents provides a high-level overview of the topics and sub-sections covered within the Code of Canon Law.
This document provides copyright notices and acknowledgements for prayers included in a Catholic prayer book. It notes that most prayers are in the public domain, but permission was obtained to reprint certain prayers from other sources, including the International Commission on English in the Liturgy and the New American Bible. The document contains several common Catholic prayers and practices, and concludes with sections on morning and evening prayers, as well as an examination of conscience.
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8 Surprising Reasons To Meditate 40 Minutes A Day That Can Change Your Life.pptxHolistified Wellness
We’re talking about Vedic Meditation, a form of meditation that has been around for at least 5,000 years. Back then, the people who lived in the Indus Valley, now known as India and Pakistan, practised meditation as a fundamental part of daily life. This knowledge that has given us yoga and Ayurveda, was known as Veda, hence the name Vedic. And though there are some written records, the practice has been passed down verbally from generation to generation.
Basavarajeeyam is an important text for ayurvedic physician belonging to andhra pradehs. It is a popular compendium in various parts of our country as well as in andhra pradesh. The content of the text was presented in sanskrit and telugu language (Bilingual). One of the most famous book in ayurvedic pharmaceutics and therapeutics. This book contains 25 chapters called as prakaranas. Many rasaoushadis were explained, pioneer of dhatu druti, nadi pareeksha, mutra pareeksha etc. Belongs to the period of 15-16 century. New diseases like upadamsha, phiranga rogas are explained.
Rasamanikya is a excellent preparation in the field of Rasashastra, it is used in various Kushtha Roga, Shwasa, Vicharchika, Bhagandara, Vatarakta, and Phiranga Roga. In this article Preparation& Comparative analytical profile for both Formulationon i.e Rasamanikya prepared by Kushmanda swarasa & Churnodhaka Shodita Haratala. The study aims to provide insights into the comparative efficacy and analytical aspects of these formulations for enhanced therapeutic outcomes.
Cell Therapy Expansion and Challenges in Autoimmune DiseaseHealth Advances
There is increasing confidence that cell therapies will soon play a role in the treatment of autoimmune disorders, but the extent of this impact remains to be seen. Early readouts on autologous CAR-Ts in lupus are encouraging, but manufacturing and cost limitations are likely to restrict access to highly refractory patients. Allogeneic CAR-Ts have the potential to broaden access to earlier lines of treatment due to their inherent cost benefits, however they will need to demonstrate comparable or improved efficacy to established modalities.
In addition to infrastructure and capacity constraints, CAR-Ts face a very different risk-benefit dynamic in autoimmune compared to oncology, highlighting the need for tolerable therapies with low adverse event risk. CAR-NK and Treg-based therapies are also being developed in certain autoimmune disorders and may demonstrate favorable safety profiles. Several novel non-cell therapies such as bispecific antibodies, nanobodies, and RNAi drugs, may also offer future alternative competitive solutions with variable value propositions.
Widespread adoption of cell therapies will not only require strong efficacy and safety data, but also adapted pricing and access strategies. At oncology-based price points, CAR-Ts are unlikely to achieve broad market access in autoimmune disorders, with eligible patient populations that are potentially orders of magnitude greater than the number of currently addressable cancer patients. Developers have made strides towards reducing cell therapy COGS while improving manufacturing efficiency, but payors will inevitably restrict access until more sustainable pricing is achieved.
Despite these headwinds, industry leaders and investors remain confident that cell therapies are poised to address significant unmet need in patients suffering from autoimmune disorders. However, the extent of this impact on the treatment landscape remains to be seen, as the industry rapidly approaches an inflection point.
ABDOMINAL TRAUMA in pediatrics part one.drhasanrajab
Abdominal trauma in pediatrics refers to injuries or damage to the abdominal organs in children. It can occur due to various causes such as falls, motor vehicle accidents, sports-related injuries, and physical abuse. Children are more vulnerable to abdominal trauma due to their unique anatomical and physiological characteristics. Signs and symptoms include abdominal pain, tenderness, distension, vomiting, and signs of shock. Diagnosis involves physical examination, imaging studies, and laboratory tests. Management depends on the severity and may involve conservative treatment or surgical intervention. Prevention is crucial in reducing the incidence of abdominal trauma in children.
Muktapishti is a traditional Ayurvedic preparation made from Shoditha Mukta (Purified Pearl), is believed to help regulate thyroid function and reduce symptoms of hyperthyroidism due to its cooling and balancing properties. Clinical evidence on its efficacy remains limited, necessitating further research to validate its therapeutic benefits.
Osteoporosis - Definition , Evaluation and Management .pdfJim Jacob Roy
Osteoporosis is an increasing cause of morbidity among the elderly.
In this document , a brief outline of osteoporosis is given , including the risk factors of osteoporosis fractures , the indications for testing bone mineral density and the management of osteoporosis
Ear and its clinical correlations By Dr. Rabia Inam Gandapore.pptx
Health risks of homosexuality
1. The Negative Health Effects of Homosexuality
Homosexual activists attempt to portray their lifestyle as normal and healthy, and insist that homosexual
relationships are the equivalent in every way to their heterosexual counterparts. Hollywood and the media
relentlessly propagate the image of the fit, healthy, and well-adjusted homosexual. The reality is quite
opposite to this caricature which was recently conceded by the homosexual newspaper New York Blade
News:
Reports at a national conference about sexually transmitted diseases indicate that gay men are in the
highest risk group for several of the most serious diseases. . . . Scientists believe that the increased number
of sexually tranmitted diseases (STD) cases is the result of an increase in risky sexual practices by a
growing number of gay men who believe HIV is no longer a life-threatening illness.[1]
Instability and promiscuity typically characterize homosexual relationships. These two factors increase the
incidence of serious and incurable stds. In addition, some homosexual behaviors put practitioners at higher
risk for a variety of ailments, as catalogued by the following research data:
Risky Sexual Behavior on the Rise Among Homosexuals. Despite two decades of intensive efforts to
educate homosexuals against the dangers of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) and other stds,
the incidence of unsafe sexual practices that often result in various diseases is on the rise.
· According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), from 1994 to 1997 the proportion of
homosexuals reporting having had anal sex increased from 57.6 percent to 61.2 percent, while the
percentage of those reporting "always" using condoms declined from 69.6 percent to 60 percent.[2]
· The CDC reported that during the same period the proportion of men reporting having multiple sex partners
and unprotected anal sex increased from 23.6 percent to 33.3 percent. The largest increase in this category
(from 22 percent to 33.3 percent) was reported by homosexuals twenty-five years old or younger.[3]
Homosexuals Failing to Disclose Their HIV Status to Sex Partners
· A study presented July 13, 2000 at the XIII International aids Conference in Durban, South Africa disclosed
that a significant number of homosexual and bisexual men with hiv "continue to engage in unprotected sex
with people who have no idea they could be contracting HIV."[4] Researchers from the University of
California, San Francisco found that thirty-six percent of homosexuals engaging in unprotected oral, anal, or
vaginal sex failed to disclose that they were HIV positive to casual sex partners.[5]
· A CDC report revealed that, in 1997, 45 percent of homosexuals reporting having had unprotected anal
intercourse during the previous six months did not know the HIV serostatus of all their sex partners. Even
more alarming, among those who reported having had unprotected anal intercourse and multiple partners,
68 percent did not know the HIV serostatus of their partners.[6]
Young Homosexuals are at Increased Risk. Following in the footsteps of the generation of homosexuals
decimated by AIDS, younger homosexuals are engaging in dangerous sexual practices at an alarming rate.
2. · A Johns Hopkins University School of Public Health study of three-hundred-sixty-one young men who have
sex with men (MSM) aged fifteen to twenty-two found that around 40 percent of participants reported having
had anal-insertive sex, and around 30 percent said they had had anal-receptive sex. Thirty-seven percent
said they had not used a condom for anal sex during their last same-sex encounter. Twenty-one percent of
the respondents reported using drugs or alcohol during their last same-sex encounter.[7]
· A five-year CDC study of 3,492 homosexual males aged fifteen to twenty-two found that one-quarter had
unprotected sex with both men and women. Another cdc study of 1,942 homosexual and bisexual men with
HIV found that 19 percent had at least one episode of unprotected anal sex--the riskiest sexual behavior--in
1998 and 1997, a 50 percent increase from the previous two years.[8]
Homosexual Promiscuity. Studies indicate that the average male homosexual has hundreds of sex
partners in his lifetime:
· A.P. Bell and M.S. Weinberg, in their classic study of male and female homosexuality, found that 43
percent of white male homosexuals had sex with 500 or more partners, with 28 percent having 1,000 or
more sex partners.[9]
· In their study of the sexual profiles of 2,583 older homosexuals published in Journal of Sex Research, Paul
Van de Ven et al., found that only 2.7 percent claimed to have had sex with one partner only. The most
common response, given by 21.6 percent of the respondents, was of having a hundred-one to five hundred
lifetime sex partners.[10]
· A survey conducted by the homosexual magazine Genre found that 24 percent of the respondents said
they had had more than a hundred sexual partners in their lifetime. The magazine noted that several
respondents suggested including a category of those who had more than a thousand sexual partners.[11]
· In his study of male homosexuality in Western Sexuality: Practice and Precept in Past and Present Times,
M. Pollak found that "few homosexual relationships last longer than two years, with many men reporting
hundreds of lifetime partners."[12]
Promiscuity among Homosexual Couples. Even in those homosexual relationships in which the partners
consider themselves to be in a committed relationship, the meaning of "committed" typically means
something radically different from marriage.
· In The Male Couple, authors David P. McWhirter and Andrew M. Mattison reported that in a study of a
hundred-fifty-six males in homosexual relationships lasting from one to thirty-seven years,
Only seven couples have a totally exclusive sexual relationship, and these men all have been together for
less than five years. Stated another way, all couples with a relationship lasting more than five years have
incorporated some provision for outside sexual activity in their relationships.[13]
· In Male and Female Homosexuality, M. Saghir and E. Robins found that the average male homosexual
live-in relationship lasts between two and three years.[14]
Unhealthy Aspects of "Monogamous" Homosexual Relationships. Even those homosexual
relationships that are loosely termed "monogamous" do not necessarily result in healthier behavior.
3. · The journal AIDS reported that men involved in relationships engaged in anal intercourse and oral-anal
intercourse with greater frequency than those without a steady partner.[15] Anal intercourse has been linked
to a host of bacterial and parasitical sexually transmitted diseases, including AIDS.
· The exclusivity of the relationship did not diminish the incidence of unhealthy sexual acts, which are
commonplace among homosexuals. An English study published in the same issue of the journal AIDS
concurred, finding that most "unsafe" sex acts among homosexuals occur in steady relationships.[16]
Human Papillomavirus (HPV). HPV is a collection of more than seventy types of viruses that can cause
warts, or papillomas, on various parts of the body. More than twenty types of HPV are incurable STDs that
can infect the genital tract of both men and women. Most HPV infections are subclinical or asymptomatic,
with only one in a hundred people experiencing genital warts.
· HPV is "almost universal" among homosexuals. According to the homosexual newspaper The Washington
Blade: "A San Francisco study of Gay and bisexual men revealed that HPV infection was almost universal
among HIV-positive men, and that 60 percent of HIV-negative men carried HPV."[17]
· HPV can lead to anal cancer. At the recent Fourth International AIDS Malignancy Conference at the
National Institutes of Health, Dr. Andrew Grulich announced that "most instances of anal cancer are caused
by a cancer-causing strain of HPV through receptive anal intercourse. HPV infects over 90 percent of HIV-
positive gay men and 65 percent of HIV-negative gay men, according to a number of recent studies."[18]
· The link between HPV and cervical cancer. Citing a presentation by Dr. Stephen Goldstone to the
International Congress on Papillomavirus in Human Pathology in Paris, the Washington Blade reports that
"HPV is believed to cause cervical cancer in women."[19]
Hepatitis: A potentially fatal liver disease that increases the risk of liver cancer.
· Hepatitis A: The Mortality and Morbidity Weekly Report published by the CDC reports: "Outbreaks of
hepatitis A among men who have sex with men are a recurring problem in many large cities in the
industrialized world."[20]
· Hepatitis B: This is a serious disease caused by a virus that attacks the liver. The virus, which is called
hepatitis B virus (HBV), can cause lifelong infection, cirrhosis (scarring) of the liver, liver cancer, liver failure,
and death. Each year in the United States, more than 200,000 people of all ages contract hepatitis B and
close to 5,000 die of sickness caused by AIDS. The CDC reports that MSM are at increased risk for hepatitis
B.[21]
· Hepatitis C is an inflammation of the liver that can cause cirrhosis, liver failure and liver cancer. The virus
can lie dormant in the body for up to thirty years before flaring up. Although less so than with hepatitis A and
B, MSM who engage in unsafe sexual practices remain at increased risk for contracting hepatitis C.[22]
Gonorrhea: An inflammatory disease of the genital tract. Gonorrhea traditionally occurs on the genitals, but
has recently appeared in the rectal region and in the throat. Although easily treated by antibiotics, according
to the cdc only "about 50 percent of men have some signs or symptoms, and "many women who are
infected have no symptoms of infection."[23] Untreated gonorrhea can have serious and permanent health
consequences, including infertility damage to the prostate and urethra.
4. · A CDC report documents "significant increases during 1994 to 1997 in rectal gonorrhea . . . among MSM,"
indicating that "safe sex" practices may not be taken as seriously as the aids epidemic begins to slow.[24] In
1999 the CDC released data showing that male rectal gonorrhea is increasing among homosexuals amidst
an overall decline in national gonorrhea rates. The report attributed the increase to a larger percentage of
homosexuals engaging in unsafe sexual behavior.[25]
· The incidence of throat Gonorrhea is strongly associated with homosexual behavior. The Canadian
Medical Association Journal found that "gonorrhea was associated with urethral discharge . . . and
homosexuality (3.7 times higher than the rate among heterosexuals)."[26] Similarly, a study in the Journal of
Clinical Pathology found that homosexual men had a much higher prevalence of pharyngeal (throat)
gonorrhea--15.2 percent compared with 4.1 percent for heterosexual men.[27]
Syphilis: A venereal disease that, if left untreated, can spread throughout the body over time, causing
serious heart abnormalities, mental disorders, blindness, and death. The initial symptoms of syphilis are
often mild and painless, leading some individuals to avoid seeking treatment. According to the National
Institutes of Health, the disease may be mistaken for other common illnesses: "syphilis has sometimes been
called 'the great imitator' because its early symptoms are similar to those of many other diseases." Early
symptoms include rashes, moist warts in the groin area, slimy white patches in the mouth, or pus-filled
bumps resembling chicken pox.[28]
· According to the CDC, "transmission of the organism occurs during vaginal, anal, or oral sex."[29] In
addition, the Archives of Internal Medicine found that homosexuals acquired syphilis at a rate ten times that
of heterosexuals.[30]
· The CDC reports that those who contract syphilis face potentially deadly health consequences: "It is now
known that the genital sores caused by syphilis in adults also make it easier to transmit and acquire HIV
infection sexually. There is a two to five fold increased risk of acquiring hiv infection when syphilis is
present."[31]
Gay Bowel Syndrome (GBS):[32] The Journal of the American Medical Association refers to GBS problems
such as proctitis, proctocolitis, and enteritis as "sexually transmitted gastrointestinal syndromes."[33] Many
of the bacterial and protozoa pathogens that cause gbs are found in feces and transmitted to the digestive
system: According to the pro-homosexual text Anal Pleasure and Health, "[s]exual activities provide many
opportunities for tiny amounts of contaminated feces to find their way into the mouth of a sexual partner . . .
The most direct route is oral-anal contact."[34]
· Proctitis and Proctocolitis are inflammations of the rectum and colon that cause pain, bloody rectal
discharge and rectal spasms. Proctitis is associated with STDs such as gonorrhea, chlamydia, herpes, and
syphilis that are widespread among homosexuals.[35] The Sexually Transmitted Disease Information Center
of the Journal of the American Medical Association reports that "[p]roctitis occurs predominantly among
persons who participate in anal intercourse."
· Enteritis is inflammation of the small intestine. According to the Sexually Transmitted Disease Information
Center of the Journal of the American Medical Association, "enteritis occurs among those whose sexual
practices include oral-fecal contact."[36] Enteritis can cause abdominal pain, severe cramping, intense
diarrhea, fever, malabsorption of nutrients, weight loss.[37] According to a report in The Health Implications
5. of Homosexuality by the Medical Institute for Sexual Health, some pathogens associated with enteritis and
proctocolitis [see below] "appear only to be sexually transmitted among men who have sex with men."[38]
HIV/AIDS Among Homosexuals. The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is responsible for causing
AIDS, for which there exists no cure.
· Homosexual men are the largest risk category. The CDC reports that homosexuals comprise the single
largest exposure category of the more than 600,000 males with AIDS in the United States. As of December
1999, "men who have sex with men" and "men who have sex with men and inject drugs" together accounted
for 64 percent of the cumulative total of male AIDS cases.[39]
· Women risk contracting HIV/AIDS through sexual relations with infected MSM. According to the CDC, "HIV
infection among U.S. women has increased significantly over the last decade, especially in communities of
color. cdc estimates that, in the United States, between 120,000 and 160,000 adult and adolescent females
are living with HIV infection, including those with AIDS." In 1999, for example, most of the women (40
percent) reported with AIDS were infected through heterosexual exposure to HIV.[40] That number is
actually higher, as "historically, more than two-thirds of AIDS cases among women initially reported without
identified risk were later reclassified as heterosexual transmission."[41]
· Homosexuals with HIV are at increased risk for developing other life-threatening diseases. A paper
delivered at the Fourth International AIDS Malignancy Conference at the National Institutes of Health
reported that homosexual men with HIV have "a 37-fold increase in anal cancer, a 4-fold increase in
Hodgkin's disease (cancer of the lymph nodes), a 2.7-fold increase in cancer of the testicles, and a 2.5 fold
increase in lip cancer."[42]
HIV/AIDS Among Young People
· AIDS incidence is on the rise among teens and young adults. The CDC reports that, "even though AIDS
incidence (the number of new cases diagnosed during a given time period, usually a year) is declining, there
has not been a comparable decline in the number of newly diagnosed HIV cases among youth.[43]
· Young homosexual men are at particular risk. The CDC estimates that "at least half of all new HIV
infections in the United States are among people under twenty-five, and the majority of young people are
infected sexually."[44] By the end of 1999, 29,629 young people aged thirteen to twenty-four were
diagnosed with AIDS in the United States. MSM were the single largest risk category: in 1999, for example,
50 percent of all new AIDS cases were reported among young homosexuals.[45]
· Sexually active young women are also at risk. The CDC reports: "In 1999, among young women the same
age, 47 percent of all AIDS cases reported were acquired heterosexually and 11 percent were acquired
through injection drug use."
Homosexuals with STDs Are at an Increased Risk for HIV Infection. Studies of MSM treated in STD
clinics show rates of infection as high as 36 percent in major cities.[46] A CDC study attributed the high
infection rate to having high numbers of anonymous sex partners: "[S]yphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia
apparently have been introduced into a population of MSM who have large numbers of anonymous partners,
which can result in rapid and extensive transmission of STDs."[47] The CDC report concluded: "Persons
6. with STDs, including genital ulcer disease and nonulcerative STD, have a twofold to fivefold increased risk
for HIV infection."[48]
Anal Cancer: Homosexuals are at increased risk for this rare type of cancer, which is potentially fatal if the
anal-rectal tumors metastasize to other bodily organs.
· Dr. Joel Palefsky, a leading expert in the field of anal cancer, reports that while the incidence of anal
cancer in the United States is only 0.9/100,000, that number soars to 35/100,000 for homosexuals. That rate
doubles again for those who are HIV positive, which, according to Dr. Palefsky, is "roughly ten times higher
than the current rate of cervical cancer."[49]
· At the Fourth International AIDS Malignancy Conference at the National Institutes of Health in May, 2000,
Dr. Andrew Grulich announced that the incidence of anal cancer among homosexuals with HIV "was raised
37-fold compared with the general population."[50]
Lesbians are at Risk through Sex with MSM
· Many Lesbians also have had sex with men. The homosexual newspaper The Washington Blade, citing a
1998 study in the Journal of Infectious Diseases, reported that "the study's data confirmed previous scientific
observations that most women who have sex with women also have had sex with men."[51] The study
added that "sex with men in the prior year was common, as were sexual practices between female partners
that possibly could transmit HPV."[52]
· Lesbians have more male sex partners that their heterosexual counterparts. A study of sexually transmitted
disease among lesbians reviewed in The Washington Blade notes: "Behavioral research also demonstrates
that a woman's sexual identity is not an accurate predictor of behavior, with a large proportion of 'lesbian'
women reporting sex with (often high risk) men."[53] The study found that "the median number of lifetime
male sexual partners was significantly greater for WSW (women who have sex with women) than controls
(twelve partners versus six). WSW were significantly more likely to report more than fifty lifetime male sexual
partners."[54]
· A study in the American Journal of Public Health concurs that bisexual women are at increased risk for
contracting sexually transmitted diseases: "Our findings corroborate the finding that wsmw (women who
have sex with men and women) are more likely than WSMO (women who have sex with men only) to
engage in various high-risk behaviors" and also "to engage in a greater number of risk-related
behaviors."[55] The study suggested that the willingness to engage in risky sexual practices "could be tied to
a pattern of sensation-seeking behavior."[56]
· MSM spread HIV to women. A five-year study by the CDC of 3,492 homosexuals aged fifteen to twenty-two
found that one in six also had sex with women. Of those having sex with women, one-quarter "said they
recently had unprotected sex with both men and women." Nearly 7 percent of the men in the study were HIV
positive."[57] "The study confirms that young bisexual men are a 'bridge' for HIV transmission to women,"
said the CDC.[58]
"Exclusive" Lesbian Relationships Also at Risk. The assumption that lesbians involved in exclusive
sexual relationships are at reduced risk for sexual disease is false. The journal Sexually Transmitted
Infections concludes: "The risk behavior profile of exclusive WSW was similar to all WSW."[59] One reason
7. for this is because lesbians "were significantly more likely to report past sexual contact with a homosexual or
bisexual man and sexual contact with an IDU (intravenous drug user)."[60]
Cancer Risk Factors for Lesbians. Citing a 1999 report released by the Institute of Medicine, an arm of the
National Academy of Sciences, the homosexual newspaper The Washington Blade notes that "various
studies on Lesbian health suggest that certain cancer risk factors occur with greater frequency in this
population. These factors include higher rates of smoking, alcohol use, poor diet, and being overweight."[61]
Elsewhere the Blade also reports: "Some experts believe Lesbians might be more likely than women in
general to develop breast or cervical cancer because a disproportionate number of them fall into high-risk
categories."[62]
Sexually Transmitted Diseases Among Lesbians
· In a study of the medical records of 1,408 lesbians, the journal Sexually Transmitted Infections found that
women who have sexual relations with womenare at significantly higher risk for certain sexually transmitted
diseases: "We demonstrated a higher prevalence of bv (bacterial vaginosis), hepatitis C, and HIV risk
behaviors in WSW as compared with controls."[63]
Compulsive Behavior among Lesbians. A study published in Nursing Research found that lesbians are
three times more likely to abuse alcohol and to suffer from other compulsive behaviors: "Like most problem
drinkers, 32 (91 percent) of the participants had abused other drugs as well as alcohol, and many reported
compulsive difficulties with food (34 percent), codependency (29 percent), sex (11 percent), and money (6
percent)." In addition, "Forty-six percent had been heavy drinkers with frequent drunkenness."[64]
Alcohol Abuse Among Homosexuals and Lesbians
· The Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychologists reports that lesbian women consume alcohol more
frequently, and in larger amounts, than heterosexual women.[65] Lesbians were at significantly greater risk
than heterosexual women for both binge drinking (19.4 percent compared to 11.7 percent), and for heavy
drinking (7 percent compared to 2.7 percent).[66]
· Although the Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychologists article found no significant connection
between male homosexuals and alcohol abuse, a study in Family Planning Perspective concluded that male
homosexuals were at greatly increased risk for alcoholism: "Among men, by far the most important risk
group consisted of homosexual and bisexual men, who were more than nine times as likely as heterosexual
men to have a history of problem drinking."[67] The study noted that problem drinking may contribute to the
"significantly higher STD rates among gay and bisexual men."[68]
Violence in Lesbian and Homosexual Relationships.
· A study in the Journal of Interpersonal Violence examined conflict and violence in lesbian relationships.
The researchers found that 90 percent of the lesbians surveyed had been recipients of one or more acts of
verbal aggression from their intimate partners during the year prior to this study, with 31 percent reporting
one or more incidents of physical abuse.[69]
· In a survey of 1,099 lesbians, the Journal of Social Service Research found that "slightly more than half of
the [lesbians] reported that they had been abused by a female lover/partner. The most frequently indicated
8. forms of abuse were verbal/emotional/psychological abuse and combined physical-psychological
abuse."[70]
· In their book Men Who Beat the Men Who Love Them: Battered Gay Men and Domestic Violence,D. Island
and P. Letellier report that "the incidence of domestic violence among gay men is nearly double that in the
heterosexual population."[71]
Compare the Low Rate of Intimate Partner Violence within Marriage. Homosexual and lesbian
relationships are far more violent than are traditional married households:
· The Bureau of Justice Statistics (U.S. Department of Justice) reports that married women in traditional
families experience the lowest rate of violence compared with women in other types of relationships.[72]
· A report by the Medical Institute for Sexual Health concurred,
It should be noted that most studies of family violence do not differentiate between married and unmarried
partner status. Studies that do make these distinctions have found that marriage relationships tend to have
the least intimate partner violence when compared to cohabiting or dating relationships.[73]
High Incidence of Mental Health Problems among Homosexuals and Lesbians. A national survey of
lesbians published in the Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology found that 75 percent of the nearly
2,000 respondents had pursued psychological counseling of some kind, many for treatment of long-term
depression or sadness:
Among the sample as a whole, there was a distressingly high prevalence of life events and behaviors
related to mental health problems. Thirty-seven percent had been physically abused and 32 percent had
been raped or sexually attacked. Nineteen percent had been involved in incestuous relationships while
growing up. Almost one-third used tobacco on a daily basis and about 30 percent drank alcohol more than
once a week; 6 percent drank daily. One in five smoked marijuana more than once a month. Twenty-one
percent of the sample had thoughts about suicide sometimes or often and 18 percent had actually tried to kill
themselves. . . . More than half had felt too nervous to accomplish ordinary activities at some time during the
past year and over one-third had been depressed.[74]
Greater Risk for Suicide.
· A study of twins that examined the relationship between homosexuality and suicide, published in the
Archives of General Psychiatry,found that homosexuals with same-sex partners were at greater risk for
overall mental health problems, and were 6.5 times more likely than their twins to have attempted suicide.
The higher rate was not attributable to mental health or substance abuse disorders.[75]
· Another study published simultaneously in Archives of General Psychiatry followed 1,007 individuals from
birth. Those classified as "gay," lesbian, or bisexual were significantly more likely to have had mental health
problems.[76] Significantly, in his comments on the studies in the same issue of the journal, D. Bailey
cautioned against various speculative explanations of the results, such as the view that "widespread
prejudice against homosexual people causes them to be unhappy or worse, mentally ill."[77]
9. Reduced Life Span. A study published in the International Journal of Epidemiology on the mortality rates of
homosexualsconcluded that they have a significantly reduced life expectancy:
In a major Canadian centre, life expectancy at age twentyfor gay and bisexual men is eight to twenty years
less than for all men. If the same pattern of mortality were to continue, we estimate that nearly half of gay
and bisexual men currently aged twenty years will not reach their sixty-fifth birthday. Under even the most
liberal assumptions, gay and bisexual men in this urban centre are now experiencing a life expectancy
similar to that experienced by all men in Canada in the year 1871.[78]
In 1995, long after the deadly effects of AIDS and other stds became widely known, homosexual author
Urvashi Vaid expressed one of the goals of her fellow activists: "We have an agenda to create a society in
which homosexuality is regarded as healthy, natural, and normal. To me that is the most important agenda
item."[79] Debilitating illness, chronic disease, psychological problems, and early death suffered by
homosexuals is the legacy of this tragically misguided activism, which puts the furthering of an "agenda"
above saving the lives of those whose interests they purport to represent.
Those who advocate full acceptance of homosexual behavior choose to downplay the growing and
incontrovertible evidence regarding the serious, life-threatening health effects associated with the
homosexual lifestyle. Homosexual advocacy groups have a moral duty to disseminate medical information
that might dissuade individuals from entering or continuing in an inherently unhealthy and dangerous
lifestyle. Education officials in particular have a duty to provide information regarding the negative health
effects of homosexuality to students in their charge, whose very lives are put at risk by engaging in such
behavior. Above all, civil society itself has an obligation to institute policies that promote the health and well-
being of its citizens. --