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Gay and Bisexual Men

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Gay and bisexual men, especially those in Native communities, may experience and/or perceive barriers to getting preventive health care to learn of risks and practice strategies to stay healthy. In addition to having the same health issues as all men, Gay and bisexual men have higher risks for infection from Viral Hepatitis, HIV/AIDS, and other sexually transmitted diseases, and higher rates of depression,substance use disorders, and tobacco use.