Gothamist: NYC Wants You Covered AND Circumcised

Still Not Amused

Sat, 07 Apr 2007 02:02:00 -0500

I can't believe this is a topic of discussion ! Circumcisions are for safety reasons, Think of it this way . Do you all want to have an infection anywhere near your manhood ? Do you all want to see your manhood fall off? That's what could happen if you don't keep the fold of skin on the penis clean and clear of bacteria . Even though urine is sterile coming out the body you have to think why the hell is it yellow ? Because that's waste your emptying into the toilet do you want any of that waste to collect in the fold hiding your opening ? Circumcisions are for the best .

Stu

Fri, 06 Apr 2007 15:26:26 -0500

although in favour of male circumcision there is a glaring irregularity here. The majority of males in the US are circumcised - particularly in the older age groups - yet the HIV rate is far higher in the States than in Europe where, apart from Britain, circumcision is rare. This simply contradicts these findings.

Kojak

Fri, 06 Apr 2007 05:48:27 -0500

Do not underestimate the power of Statistical Analysis! If done correctly, its findings can yield valuable data on most subjects, especially the impact and prevention of disease on groups of people. "That's the best they can offer heterosexual Africans? ADULT CIRCUMCISION? Please." I agree, they can do a lot better than that (Like increasing the amount of free medication to the affected populous), but if a certain course of action is proven to slow the spread of a particularly deadly disease, is it not worth looking into?

Anon E. Mouse

Thu, 05 Apr 2007 22:45:54 -0500

"solid statistical evidence" Three words that should never be in the same sentence, let alone one after the other.

ginger baker

Thu, 05 Apr 2007 21:47:59 -0500

circumsion is child abuse. and there are too many castrated men anyway.

Anya

Thu, 05 Apr 2007 19:11:36 -0500

I agree -- they're giving lip service to the cultural issues but still going ahead with the campaign, so it doesn't look like they take those issues seriously. More broadly I think the NYC Condom campaign is so great and long overdue. The condoms are really high quality. Thanks for covering it and I hope you keep covering it!

mihow

Thu, 05 Apr 2007 17:22:30 -0500

"This is why I will have my daughter's breasts removed when she's born. Zero chance of breast cancer." Brilliant response. The ear removal one as well. I am so relieved to read some of these comments. I am 6 months pregnant and we just found out we're having a boy. I can't believe they would suggest such a thing to people. Teach your children (sons) about hygiene and safe sex. I'm absolutely amazed that they're even considering this tactic.

matukonyc

Thu, 05 Apr 2007 14:26:27 -0500

Kojak: That's the best they can offer heterosexual Africans? ADULT CIRCUMCISION? Please.

dan

Thu, 05 Apr 2007 13:22:09 -0500

This is why I will have my daughter's breasts removed when she's born. Zero chance of breast cancer.

bxmo

Thu, 05 Apr 2007 13:08:48 -0500

i'll tell you like my midwife said when i was discussing circumcision for my son (which i didn't opt for).... "if having ears means you might get an infection, you don't cut them off, you learn how to keep them clean." ignorance, lack of education and quality healtcare are far greater risk factors for HIV infection than being uncircumcized. although the recent study is compelling, i have yet to see the published work on the methodology. they should definitely be concerned about a selection bias. i mean shit, if i was a grown ass man and i just got circumcized- i don't think i'd be out getting a$$ as much as the intact guys. hm? don't believe the hype!

bxmo

Thu, 05 Apr 2007 13:04:25 -0500

Kojak

Thu, 05 Apr 2007 12:53:41 -0500

"There is absolutely no scientific evidence that circumcision prevents any disease of any kind." Maybe, maybe not, but there is solid statistical evidence that it does indeed slow the spread of HIV within some populations.

ouch my penie

Thu, 05 Apr 2007 12:11:12 -0500

My sons are not circumcised. I did go to school with a kid who had a circumcision at age 13. His parents wanted him to be clean. He did mention it was very very painful. my wife did some research on the net about circumcision and it's a very heated subject in the urban baby forums. (that means your UWS types)

Aristocrat

Thu, 05 Apr 2007 12:07:00 -0500

What's the tagline for the circumcision campaign? "Keep the cheese on your Shake Shack burgers"?

JK

Thu, 05 Apr 2007 11:39:33 -0500

I am circumcised and I don't have AIDS. Itsofacto.

hs

Thu, 05 Apr 2007 11:23:39 -0500

agreed...if I ever have a son there's no fucking way I'm about to let that happen, for so many reasons.

matukonyc

Thu, 05 Apr 2007 11:14:34 -0500

There is absolutely no scientific evidence that circumcision prevents any disease of any kind. The whole idea is so insultingly ludicrous... it's completely demoralizing.

me

Thu, 05 Apr 2007 10:55:28 -0500

i applaud the city for giving my penis so much thought.