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As older Arizonans living with HIV grows, so does their isolation.
In 2023, 17% of all people diagnosed with HIV were over the age of 50. It's both a concern and a realization for some that more should be done.
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LGBTQ+ people are more likely to be caregivers, at a detriment to their health.
Research shows that caregiving often results in isolation and burnout, and it's hitting queer people hardest.
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Without licenses, conversion therapists in Arizona operate with relative impunity.
A national organization is tracking more than 90 active conversion therapists in Arizona, majority of whom do not have a license.
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A forthcoming bill targeting child grooming might restrict sex education. Here’s how.
Educators and LGBTQ+ advocates say HB2310's vague language will have a chilling effect on teachers handing out materials.
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Attempting to avoid LGBTQ+ issues, school districts are denying basic sexual health education.
Superintendents pointed to anti-LGBTQ+ culture wars and fear of repercussions as reasons why kids are not being taught sex-ed.
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Arizona counselors use “sex addiction” to practice conversion therapy, critics say.
A LOOKOUT investigation finds that a specific group of religious-based counselors are possibly violating their certifications and licenses.
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A counseling center tied to conversion therapy sent a cease and desist letter to our reporter.
In an attempt to hinder our reporting, the family counseling center told LOOKOUT staff to stop contacting them.
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"BOOM. EASY AS THAT." Email accidentally sent to all legislators shows GOP game plan on abortion access.
A presentation deck meant just for House GOP members was sent out to all legislators. In it were the plans to bypass a possible vote in favor of abortion as a constitutional right.
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Data shows LGBTQ+ Arizonans are more at risk with upcoming abortion ban
More than a third of trans people who got pregnant considered unsafe abortion methods, while bisexuals and lesbians experience unwanted pregnancies at higher rates.
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State regulators consider conversion therapy “unprofessional conduct,” but so far have not prevented it.
Despite local counselors advertising different kinds of conversion therapies online, no one has been investigated for it.
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Why is it so difficult to teach sex-ed in Arizona?
Parental rights laws and bureaucracy leave teachers and staff confused on what can be taught. In the end, teaching nothing might be easier.