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Reports on the spread of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in New York. How HIV-negative people are getting infected; Consequences due to the reinfection of HIV-positive individuals; Identified major subtypes of HIV; Terminologies and meanings used by researchers; Comments made by Carlos Maldonado of the Latino Commission on AIDS; More information. INSET: The needle nightmare..

Reveals that the HIV epidemic among intravenous drug users in New York City is declining since the early 1990s. Refusal of United States President Bill Clinton to approve funding for needle exchange programs; Studies that show the decline in rate of HIV infections; Reasons for the decline.

Scrutinizes the ethical aspect of a study conducted by the New York State Psychiatric Institute (NYSPI) on the use of fenfluramine on children. Purpose of the study; Information on fenfluramine procedure; Requirements of the procedure; Possible side effects of the drug.

Reflects on the implication of the continuous rise of mortality of women with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in New York. Reason for the continued rise of deaths among HIV-positive women; Life stories of women with HIV; Speculations on the biological reasons of the increasing women's death rate; Social factors affecting substandard health care of HIV-positive women.

Discusses New York mayorial candidate Al Sharpton's views on gay and lesbianism. Sharpton's stand on the gay movement; Great challenge faced by the gay crowd; How it is harder to mobilize a Sharpton vote in September 1997 Democratic primary election; Influence of Sharpton's views on the gay community.

Highlights the medical practices of Li Ying Ng, a Chinese herbalist in New York City. Therapeutic applications and uses of Li Ying Ng's herbal prescriptions; Style of Li Ying Ng in treating patients.

Reflects on the impact of the welfare program under New York Governor George Pataki to welfare dependent Tina Pack and her children. Basis of reduction of the welfare assistance.