Low awareness, stigma, & limited provider engagement are barriers to anal cancer screening. AI-powered chatbots may offer scalable, stigma-sensitive education & follow-up support. Our new study tests whether that's acceptable to patients. link.springer.com/article/10.1...

The HPV vaccine isn't just for teens. Adults 27–45 may benefit too. Our new paper shows clinicians are willing to use our decision aid to help facilitate those conversations with their patients. link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s13187-026-02847-8 #HPVvaccine #PublicHealth

It’s possible this pattern has existed for a while. 2024 was the first year this survey measured both trust and political leaning together, but other studies have found similar associations. Some good news: the vast majority still trusted scientists!

Our new study shows a political gradient in trust in scientists for cancer information, but the big takeaway is that trust is still strong across the U.S. This is good news for efforts to share reliable cancer information. @jamanetworkopen.com Read more: jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...

Honored to be part of the first-ever LGBTQIA+ committee for the International Consultation on Sexual Medicine. We reviewed the science and developed clinical guidance on sexual (dys)function across diverse sexual orientations, gender identities, and intersex/DSD experiences. #SexualMedicine #ICSM

New student-led paper in Psycho-Oncology! We looked at how discrimination, loneliness, and distress impact quality of life in SGM cancer survivors. Shoutout to lead author Oscar Franco-Rocha!

Over 90% of anal cancers are caused by HPV infection. Gay and bisexual men are at greater risk for anal cancer. Get vaccinated! Prevent anal cancer. #hpv #analcancer #LGBT #gaymen #gayboy

A measles outbreak is growing in a Texas county with dangerously low vaccination rates. Public health practitioners warn such outbreaks will become more common because of scores of laws around the U.S. — pending and passed — that ultimately lower vaccine rates. kffhealthnews.org/news/article...

In this new study published in Nature Scientific Reports, we found that loneliness is a common issue affecting 1 out of 3 cancer survivors. This is a significant issue with important health implications. Read the full article here: www.nature.com/articles/s41... #cancer #loneliness