Posted on 02/03/2005 1:40:58 PM PST by sure_fine
NEW YORK : Two New York men have been diagnosed with a rare sexually transmitted disease that has recently been making inroads among gay and bisexual men in Europe.
The disease, a rare form of chlamydia known as lymphogranuloma venereum, or LGV, can cause serious illness, permanent disfigurement and fuel the spread of AIDS, according to New York health officials.
"LGV is a serious condition and its emergence in New York City reflects continuing high levels of unsafe sexual activity among men who have sex with men," said the city's health commissioner Thomas Frieden.
"It is also critical for gay and bi-sexual men to minimize risky sexual behaviors and practice safer sex ... to help prevent the spread of this illness and HIV/AIDS," Frieden said.
The federal Centers for Disease Control has confirmed six recent cases in the United States, including the two in New York, three in San Francisco and one in Atlanta.
Previously prevalent only in less-developed countries in Africa, Southeast Asia and the Caribbean, LGV has recently gained a foothold in Europe, with the Netherlands reporting more than 60 cases in 2004, compared to fewer than five cases in recent years.
Having rare sex causes this disease??
maybe they should have said 'rear' sex
It's Ronald Reagan's fault.
I feel a bit naive in saying I've never seen that entry into the Congressional record, but it was a shock..Thanx for posting it!
Wonder what color ribbon they'll choose?
When's the first march on the capital?
When will they blame Bush for ignoring this?
Who will perform at the first benefit concert?
How long before Mikhael Moore will make a "movie"?
Will Katie report on this next Monday?
Wonder if their lifestyles will ever come into question in the MSM? Naaaaaaaah...
They are referred to as NSU. Non specific urethritis.
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