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Having sex in the city? You might want to get tested
A new study by the city's Health Department found more than a quarter of adult residents are infected with the herpes virus.
According to the study, 26 percent of city residents have the virus that causes genital herpes, an incurable sexually-transmitted infection that can cause painful genital sores and can double a person's risk for HIV.
Nationally, 19 percent of the population has the infection, according to the department.
More specifically, the study showed that the rate is higher among women than men – 36 percent compared to 19 percent – and was higher among blacks than whites – 49 percent versus 14 percent, respectfully.
It also found the rate was higher among gay men than heterosexual men – 32 percent compared to 18 percent.
The data come from the city's Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, which used door-to-door interviews and in-person medical exams to assess the health of New Yorkers on a variety of measures, from diabetes to depression, according to the department.
The study was the city's first measurement of those infected with the virus. Herpes is not the only STD above the national rate in New York City. Rates of Chlamydia, gonorrhea, and infectious syphilis were also higher than the national rate.
Free NYC condoms are available at locations throughout the city. A new study by the city's Health Department found more than a quarter of adult residents are infected with the herpes virus. ... more -
Sex in the Lower East Side: The 100 Lovers of Jesus Reynolds
The 100 Lovers of Jesus Reynolds (2004 Official Selection of The Sundance Film Festival) is a short film shot on a shoestring budget, but marked with a sense of gritty, tenacious elegance. This acclaimed film presents a droll and very humorous, but also bittersweet portrait of an East Village girl's many, many sexual affairs and escapades. Photographs, a video of this acclaimed film, music audio and a wonderful photo-gallery are included. The 100 Lovers of Jesus Reynolds (2004 Official Selection of The Sundance Film Festival) is a short film shot on a shoestring budget, ... more
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Exclusive! Square Pegs Minisode
Before Sarah J was a fashionista she was a geek just like the rest of us (or well like me!)
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Oprah’s Audience Goes Cuh-razy For The Cast Of Sex And The City | The Frisky
I am soooooooo excited about this movie!!!!!! I miss Sex in the City!!! It was the best show ever!
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Sex in the City vs. Sex in the City
The two producers of Sex in the City go head to head next season with competing shows-- "Lipstick Jungle" vs. "Cashmere Mafia" --both a lot like the original.
One producer insists, "When ideas are out there in the ether, theres a risk of two hospital dramas in the same year. But this is brazen."
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