Sarah Grace GoodlenStaff Writer Anyone who has seen Netflix’s reboot of “Queer Eye” knows hairstylist Jonathon Van Ness is not afraid to be himself. The 32-year-old challenges gender norms by sporting “womens” clothes like dresses and heels, as well keeping up his famous mustache and long hair. However, Van Ness has recently revealed in his memoir “Over The Top” that he has had to keep … Continue reading Jonathan Van Ness: Living HIV Positive
Marissa SloanStaff Writer Researchers claim to have completely eliminated the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) from a patient’s body using a stem-cell transplant. Although this is only the second time that a person has been successfully cleared of the virus, it is raising hope that a cure for HIV could be found in the near future. The stem-cell technique works by replacing a patient’s white blood … Continue reading Stem-cell Transplant Used to Eliminate HIV From Patient
Sarah Grace GooldenOpinions Editor Syringe exchange programs are working to reduce the transmission rates of HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis B or C and other blood-borne illnesses. These programs work by asking users to give up their used, dirty needles and in turn, they will receive clean ones. During this exchange, they are also exposed to treatment options. However, this rubs a lot of people the wrong way. … Continue reading Clean Needles Are Better Than Dirty Ones
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