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“PrEP means I can enjoy sex without thinking about HIV”

“PrEP means I can enjoy sex without thinking about HIV”

PrEP is a pill taken by HIV negative people that protects you against HIV. It has been a life-changer for me because it gives me confidence and lets me just enjoy sex. It’s important that we take our sexual health seriously. Not everyone feels like this though. Especially in the Black queer communit

“This must come as a wake-up call”! Richard Angell, Chief Executive of Terrence Higgins Trust, responds to figures showing 5% increase in sexually transmitted infections

“This must come as a wake-up call”! Richard Angell, Chief Executive of Terrence Higgins Trust, responds to figures showing 5% increase in sexually transmitted infections

Figures published by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) have shown there were 401,800 sexually transmitted infections (STIs) reported in England in 2023 – a 5% increase on the previous year. Key findings include: Number of gonorrhoea and syphilis diagnoses continue to be at record-breaking highs

Brighton loneliness charity Together Co to launch Campaign for Social Health with Mr Motivator on Brighton Palace Pier

Brighton loneliness charity Together Co to launch Campaign for Social Health with Mr Motivator on Brighton Palace Pier

Brighton-based loneliness charity Together Co will launch the Campaign for Social Health with the help of fitness guru Mr Motivator at an event promoting the benefits of community and connection at Horatio’s Bar, Brighton Palace Pier, on Friday, June 14. Together Co, which supports people who are lo

New initiative from Grindr, in partnership with PrEPster at The Love Tank and Sexual Health London, to offer London users of the app free at-home STI self-sampling kits

New initiative from Grindr, in partnership with PrEPster at The Love Tank and Sexual Health London, to offer London users of the app free at-home STI self-sampling kits

Grindr, in partnership with PrEPster at The Love Tank, a not-for-profit that promotes the health and wellbeing of under-served communities, and Sexual Health London (SHL), have announced the launch of a new initiative that will enable London-based users to order free at-home STI self-sampling kits d

Support Services for LGBTQ+ Victims and Survivors of Abuse and Violence in the UK: A Spotlight on LGBTQ Charities

Support Services for LGBTQ+ Victims and Survivors of Abuse and Violence in the UK: A Spotlight on LGBTQ Charities

For LGBTQ+ people who have experienced abuse or violence, accessing support from community embedded charities can be a crucial step towards healing and empowerment.

Gay man from Worthing, diagnosed with Testicular Cancer, shares his story as part of new Macmillan Cancer Support partnership

Gay man from Worthing, diagnosed with Testicular Cancer, shares his story as part of new Macmillan Cancer Support partnership

Thousands of people with cancer in the south east are ‘suffering in silence’ with concerns around sex and intimacy – facing ‘rock bottom’ self-confidence and serious worries about their sex lives or romantic relationship – a leading charity has warned. New figures released by Macmillan Cancer Suppor

Standing Strong: A Lesbian Survivor’s Plea for Inclusive Domestic Abuse Support

Standing Strong: A Lesbian Survivor’s Plea for Inclusive Domestic Abuse Support

“From the moment I walked through the doors of the LGBTQ+ support group, I felt a sense of belonging and acceptance,” Sarah shares. “For the first time, I was able to speak openly about my experiences as a lesbian survivor, knowing that I was surrounded by people who understood and supported me.”

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