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Sen. Edward M. Kennedy, D-Mass., presents the Robert F. Kennedy Journalism Award for the best newspaper coverage to Jean Heller, of the Associated Press special assignment team, in Washington, D.C., April 26, 1973. Miss Meller won the honor for her series on the Tuskegee Syphilis study.

The Tuskegee Experiment 50 Years Later: A BET News Special Interview With The Associated Press Reporter Who Exposed It All

In 1972, Jean Heller reported about Black men who had been coerced by the government into participating in a secret, deadly medical study. Her story, not only shocked the world, it eventually changed the way we view medical ethics.
07/25/2022

The Tuskegee Experiment 50 Years Later: Uncovering the Buried Truth

From 1932 to 1972, U.S. government scientists experimented with the lives of poor Black men without their knowledge and got away with it. Here’s a historical explanation into exactly what happened.
07/25/2022

Syphilis Happens in Vegas

Syphilis is a major issue in Sin City.
03/02/2016
You Spend More Time Online Than With Real People

Woman Sues After STD Diagnosis Posted on Facebook

Hospital worker discloses patient’s syphilis diagnosis.
06/09/2014
woman at clinic drawing blood

Yes, You Should Be Screened for STDs

April is STD Awareness Month.
04/10/2014
New Research Underway on Black Health in St. Louis

Black History Month: African-American Health Pioneers

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CDC: There Are 20 Million New STD Infections a Year

Study: STDs Up Among Young African-Americans

Black youth are at higher risk for STD infection.
01/10/2014
couple kissing in bed

That Ain’t True!: 10 Sexual Health Myths

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Tattoos, Cancer and You

Make sure your tats are done by a professional.
03/26/2013
woman talking to doctor

What You Need to Know About STDs Now

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Why You Need to Be Tested and Treated for STDs

Sexually transmitted diseases increase risk for getting HIV.
12/05/2012