Health

Origin of AIDS Pandemic Pushed Back to Late 19th, Early 20th Century

Andy Towle October 2, 2008

Gene fragments from the wax-embedded lymph node of a woman in Kinshasa in the Democratic Republic of Congo, formerly Zaire have helped scientists … [Read more...] about Origin of AIDS Pandemic Pushed Back to Late 19th, Early 20th Century

Andy Towle October 1, 2008

Over the summer, the U.S. approved the Lantos/Hyde U.S. Global Leadership Against HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria Reauthorization Act (S 2731) … [Read more...] about U.S. Travel and Immigration Ban Still in Place for HIV-Positive People

Andy Towle September 30, 2008

In a preliminary vote count, 65% of Ecuadorans approved a new constitution on Sunday. It widely expands the power and term limits of its President … [Read more...] about Ecuador Approves New Constitution Including Same-Sex Civil Unions

Andy Towle September 26, 2008

HEALTH: Brave New Films spot goes after McCain on his health. CLORIS LEACHMAN: From this week's Dancing with the Stars. HAVE ANOTHER DRINK: Rural … [Read more...] about Towleroad Guide to the Tube #362

Andy Towle September 26, 2008

Elizabeth Taylor took the stage at the Macy's Passport show last night in Los Angeles. Taylor lifted the HIV/AIDS benefit to a new level when she … [Read more...] about Elizabeth Taylor Appears at Macy’s Passport HIV/AIDS Benefit

Andy Towle September 25, 2008

Shockingly enough, Sarah Palin took a spontaneous question today from a reporter, who asked her if she believes our presence in Iraq and Afghanistan … [Read more...] about Sarah Palin Takes More Questions

Andy Towle September 19, 2008

Nepal officially recognizes third gender. Gold medal-winning gay Olympian Matt Mitcham gets national sponsor in Australia: "With our ear close to … [Read more...] about News: Matthew Mitcham, Scientology, Red Fish, Nepal, Todd Palin

Andy Towle September 18, 2008

San Diego firefighters testify in suit against San Diego over being forced to take part in Gay Pride parade: "I felt like I was close to being in an … [Read more...] about News: Whales, Frank Kameny, Emile Hirsch, True Blood, David Dreier

Andy Towle September 17, 2008

BIZARRE: Ralph Nader campaign ad, in which he talks to a parrot. ELIZABETH EDWARDS: Talks healthcare at the National Constitution Center in … [Read more...] about Towleroad Guide to the Tube #355

Andy Towle September 17, 2008

In his most direct address yet to voters, Barack Obama addresses the country's current economic issues and his plan for how to fix them.Says Obama in … [Read more...] about Barack Obama Goes Direct in ‘Plan for Change’ Ad