General Health Resources

60% of black Gay Men reported that they had not disclosed their sexual orientation to their doctor.  It is extremely important to have open and honest communication with your doctor, as gay men often have unique medical needs. Some other things you should discuss with you doctor include: 

- Depression

- Anxiety

- Substance Abuse

- HIV/AIDS

- STDs

- Hepatitis

- Tobacco

- Cancer (prostate, testicular, and colon)

- Diet and exercise 

- and anal pap smears