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Gay men may use the term "MSM," which stands for "men who have sex with men," in public health and research contexts to describe a specific population without assuming sexual orientation. This terminology helps to address issues related to health disparities, HIV transmission, and other sexually transmitted infections among this group. It allows for more targeted outreach and prevention strategies while also recognizing the diverse identities within the LGBTQ+ community. Additionally, using MSM can help in collecting data that informs better healthcare policies and practices.

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When did MSM start to mean gay?

The acronym MSM does not necessarily mean a homosexual. It is a commonly used abbreviation in medicine and psychology to denote men who have sex with men (MSM).


How many gay men are infected with HIV?

Statistics about infection rates vary, however most number indicate 25% of white MSM (Men who have sex with Men) are infected with HIV. 50% of African American MSM are infected.


What does the acronym msm stand for?

The letters MSM may refer to men who have sex with men. Still taboo in most parts of the world, msm's are slowly gaining acceptance specially in western societies.


What EXACTLY does MSM stand for when talking about men?

Men Sucking (other) Men


What gender is most affected by HIV and AIDS?

Define "gender". I will assume sexuality preference, as gender is a common term for this. But if you mean men/women, there is no statistics of women getting aids from homosexual contact. However 23,000 men did. Men get it more often then women from injection drug use because they use drugs more. And women get AIDS more from heterosexual contact then men. In gay groups, they get AIDS much more often then their heterosexual counterparts. No, its not a conservative myth. It is correct, as usual. "Gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men (MSM) represent approximately 2% of the US population, yet are the population most severely affected by HIV. In 2009, MSM accounted for 61% of all new HIV infections, and MSM with a history of injection drug use (MSM-IDU) accounted for an additional 3% of new infections. That same year, young MSM accounted for 69% of new HIV infections among persons aged 13-29 and 44% of infections among all MSM. At the end of 2009, an estimated 441,669 (56%) persons living with an HIV diagnosis in the US were MSM or MSM-IDU."1 2% of the population accounts for 69% of the aids infections... That is obvious who gets more frisky. And look at my sources: all non bias.


What is the MSM lifestyle?

The MSM lifestyle refers to Men who have Sex with Men. It is a term used to describe individuals who identify as male but engage in sexual activities with other men. It is important to note that sexual orientation and behavior are distinct facets of one's identity.


What is msm in RuneScape?

Same as msn messenger since msn is blocked they use msm as it's the closest thing to it.


Can MSM lighten skin color?

Yes, MSM will lighten the skin color. However, it will do so permanently. It is not recommended that you use MSM for skin lightening unless you speak to your physician first.


Can gay become to men?

Gay men are already men.


How do gay men become men?

Gay men are individuals who are attracted to other men romantically and/or sexually. Sexual orientation (being gay) does not influence someone's gender identity (being a man). Men, whether straight or gay, identify as male based on their self-perception and expression.


Why do gay men use condoms during sex?

to prevent STDs.


Is there any difference why women are gay and men being gay?

When women are gay, they are interested in other women. When men are gay, they are intersted in other men