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Chemsex has become an undeniable presence in the gay community, if only a comparatively small one, and it looks like it’s here to stay. There are many reasons gay and bisexual men partake in chemsex scene and in varying degrees of intensity, from casual fun, to a need to connect and satisfy urges. Read more
We have put together an alphabetical list of hints and tips to guide you through the lockdown, from the serious to the silly. Read more
We’re being asked to stay home and adapt to a new normality. The coronavirus pandemic is changing the way we work, the way we shop, and even the way we date. Read more
While we are in the grips of the Coronavirus, many of us (the unlucky ones without live-in boyfriends or really friendly housemates) are having to shift their sexual energy online. Read more
The Coronavirus lockdown has negatively impacted many different industries, not least the sex industry. Read more
How safe is safe enough? Read more
The doctor divides his working week across his three roles: HIV Consultant, Medical Director at the Terrence Higgins Trust, and National LGBT Advisor at NHS England. Read more
Just because someone is diagnosed as HIV-positive, it doesn’t mean they stop taking care of their sexual health. Read more
How was your COVID lockdown? I managed to reach the end of mine without baking bread, shaving my hair or posting a nude. Go me! Read more
We spoke with 8 gay and bi men living with HIV about their year, how they coped with lockdowns and navigated the global pandemic... Read more
The last year has felt like a long decade. In a moment, our regular way of life was taken away from us. Once vibrant sex lives were snuffed out in an instant. Or were they? Read more
Forget the Olympics, RVT sports day is back! Raising vital funds for LGBT HERO on bank holiday Monday, 30 August 2021. Read more
Short-term day to day stress is something that we all experience and it shouldn’t cause any major problems, or be anything to be overly concerned about. Read more
Self-esteem (or self-worth) is basically the opinion you have about yourself. It is about how valuable you think you are, and whether you feel you have a purpose. It is also about being confident, knowing your strengths and weaknesses and being able to be self-critical without feeling de-valued. Read more
The data showed strong associations between men currently experiencing depression and risky sex, but not for men who no longer experience depression - other than they were more likely to have group sex. Read more
It’s not uncommon for gay and bisexual men to experience mental health issues. In fact one-in-three of us will face some sort of mental health issue. Read more
Recent statistics show that gay men living with HIV are twice as likely to die by suicide than HIV-negative men. Read more
Before you tell anyone you’re HIV positive, it’s a good idea to make sure that you ’re ready to do so, and that you understand why you want to tell them. Think about what you want in return, and be prepared for a whole range of reactions – good and bad. Read more
You don’t have to tell your GP or dentist that you have HIV; however, it may be useful for them to know. Read more
There’s no evidence to show that occasional use of recreational drugs will make HIV progress any faster, but there is evidence to show that frequent and heavy use of recreational drugs can impact on the immune system Read more
We all know that smoking is dangerous, and that stopping smoking can improve your health and reduce the risk of smoking-related illnesses whether you’re HIV positive or not. However, smoking can be even more damaging to your health if you have HIV [1]. Read more
A lot of gay men use steroids to increase their muscle mass more effectively when they work out. There’s no evidence to show that steroids lower your immune system or affect HIV progression. However, there are possible serious side-effects of using steroids for anyone whether HIV positive or not. Read more
Having a healthy balanced diet is a good idea for everyone, HIV positive or negative. Read more
Exercise can have great benefits for everyone. It can help you cope with HIV both physically and mentally. Along with good nutrition, regular exercise is a really good way of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Read more
Sleep is essential for everyone, both physically and mentally. Without sleep, your body and mind are not able to recover properly from the rigours of the day. Read more
When is someone found guilty of reckless HIV transmission? Read more
There is no such a thing as a ‘normal’ sex life. ‘Normal’ is just what’s right for you, on your own or with someone else. A normal sex life is different for different people. Read more
There are still very good reasons for protecting yourself even though you’re already HIV-positive Read more
Dealing with HIV in a relationship can be stressful and quite a burden for both partners, however it is something that many couples have managed to do. Read more
If you are not in a relationship but are looking for one, having HIV may affect how you feel about finding a partner, and even the type of partner that you look for. Read more
If you feel that you or your partner need some help with your relationship, or if you are finding it difficult to form new relationships because of HIV, you can always speak to a health adviser at your clinic Read more
It is advisable to see your doctor at your specialist HIV clinic every 3 to 6 months. The main purpose of these visits is to give you your blood tests results which are used to monitor the long-term trends Read more
CD4 counts and viral load tests when on treatment Read more
A look at some regular blood tests you may need Read more
You may be wondering what exactly happened when you were tested for and then diagnosed with HIV. Here we’ll explain how the HIV test showed that you have HIV, and what happened when you were given your test result. Read more
You will need to have regular check-ups at a specialist HIV clinic every three to six months. Most men continue to use the clinic where they had their first appointment after they tested HIV-positive Read more
Being told you have HIV can at first seem like it’s too much to deal with, but it’s not. Read more
When you have HIV, your body is in a constant fight against the virus and so you may have some symptoms similar to those you get when your body fights any other virus. Read more
If your immune system ever got to the point where it was severely damaged by HIV and you developed one or more specific opportunistic infections or tumours, you would be diagnosed with AIDS. Read more
Some non-AIDS defining opportunistic infections can go on to develop into AIDS defining illnesses if not treated or if your CD4 count continues to fall Read more
Coping with illness can be stressful, not only for you, but also for the people around you - whether it’s your partner, friends or family. However there are support services and professionals available to help if you are in this situation. Read more
When HIV gets into your blood stream, the virus attaches to and then enters specific white blood cells in your body known as CD4 cells Read more
HIV infection can generally be broken down into four stages... Read more
If you get diagnosed and start effective medication, many people will live as long as a HIV-negative person. Read more
As a coalition of HIV and sexual health charities, we want to underscore our absolute commitment to supporting the rights of our trans, non-binary, and gender diverse communities. Read more
Measure your G carefully Read more
Sex toys can be a fun addition to a party but before you play here's what you need to know about keeping your toys in top condition. Read more
If you’ve been to a chill out, sex party or sauna and you blacked out or can’t remember what happened, you might want to seek help... Read more
Be clear about what you want. Think about the kind of sex you want to have and be clear in your own mind of what your boundaries are. Read more
Sometimes when people take too much G they go into a ‘G-sleep’, where they pass out. If you see this happening to someone you're with (even if you're in a big group) make sure you look after them. The sooner you notice, the more help you can help be to them. Read more
If you need more help and support about any aspect of your chemsex life, then click the links below Read more
Hepatitis C - hep C - is a growing problem among gay men having chemsex. Read more
Injecting drugs like crystal meth and mephedrone is known as slamming. If you’re going to slam, do it safely. Read more
We need your help to shape our domestic violence hub Read more
For some people, the best way to tell their recent sexual partners that they have tested positive for HIV is by doing so face-to-face or over the phone. Read more
There are other ways of reducing the risk of HIV being passed on if you don't use condoms; some of them are more effective than others. Read more
Most people experience some symptoms shortly after infection with HIV. Read more
HIV is usually transmitted sexually, although it can also be spread by sharing needles or from mother to child. Read more
Methods for preventing HIV exposure include: using condoms, using PrEP... Read more
In most cases, when gay men have sex with someone new they will not know their partner's HIV status. Read more
Home testing is a way for you to test for HIV and STIs from the comfort of your own home. Most are self-sampling, which you return the products and get your results within a couple of days. Others offer 15 mins results. Read more
A look at the risks of making out Read more
Frottage is when you rub yourself against each other to the point of orgasm. Read more
Masturbating by yourself is about as risk free as sex can get. Read more
LGBTQ+ helpline and so much more - Brighton and Hove Switchboard. Read more
Sounding is when you insert rods (usually plastic or steel) into your uretha. Read more
A look at the risk of fisting Read more
Gay and bi sexual health and more - MESMAC Newcastle. Read more
London Friend - wellbeing support for LGBTQ+ people. Read more
There is no risk at all from pissing on healthy, unbroken skin but there is a risk of other infections, such as CMV (a virus in the herpes family) Read more
If you enjoy playing with cum but want to avoid catching or spreading HIV, there are ways you can play with it safely Read more
More and more LGBTQ+ people are finding themselves without housing. The Outside Project can help. Read more
Dildos and buttplugs can be involved in the transmission of HIV, hepatitis A, B and C as well as other STIs, and a variety of gut infections if you share them. Read more
Me. Him. Us. Hangouts is a free online peer support group for gay, bisexual or trans men from Black, South Asian and other minority ethnic groups who live, work or socialise in London. Read more
There is no data to suggest that anyone has caught HIV from rimming, although there are other risks. Read more
A look at the risks of blow jobs Read more
The risks of having anal sex Read more
Not being able to get or maintain an erection (known as erectile dysfunction) is not uncommon. It can be hugely frustrating and have an impact on how you feel about yourself. Erectile dysfunction can have many causes, some physical and some psychological. Read more
What to do if you suffer from piles or haemorrhoids Read more
How can you stop cumming too quickly? Read more
Anal sex can get a little messy. It's perfectly natural and it has probably happened to all of us one time or another, but there are a few ways that you can potentially avoid a mess. Read more
What to do when you experience pain during sex Read more
Whether you're alone, or with someone else, there's more to it than just grabbing and pulling... Read more
Blow jobs a core sexual activity for most but different people like different things. Read more
Some would argue that getting a blowjob requires no effort at all – you just lie back and enjoy yourself – and they're not far wrong. But if you would like a repeat service, it's best to think about ways to make the experience a good one for the bloke who's going down on you too, so here are some tips. Read more
How to be a great top... Read more
Everything you need to know if you are planning to have anal sex... Read more
Cruising for sex is usually conducted in outdoor areas or public spaces such as parks, woods or lay-bys (among many more destinations. The areas are usually frequented by like-minded people also looking for sex or sexual activity. Read more
Cottaging is looking for or having sex in a toilet available for use by members of the public, including toilets in the street, shops, leisure centres and other public transport venues such as train stations. Read more
The men who use saunas come from all different ages, backgrounds and body sizes. Some like to use saunas as a way for a quickie, other like to use them to connect with other men. Some have even found love through them. Read more
Most of the time, men cruise without getting into any trouble or difficult situations. However, it’s useful to be aware of ways to look after yourself – and other cruisers. Here are some suggestions. We’ve also included some tips for making your time cruising more enjoyable. Read more
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we have sex, at least for this period of time. There was a time during the pandemic when being indoors with a stranger didn’t happen (or shouldn’t have happened), which also meant fewer people hooking up. Being outdoors was a slightly different story. Read more
This group is funded by the Hatta Hodson Estate. Read more
We believe that knowledge can help us have a better sex life. Knowing how our bodies work – what can happen when we have sex, how to look after our bodies and how to keep them working – can help us enjoy sex more. Read more
Cruising is sometimes dismissed as a lost art, but I don’t see it that way. Put simply, cruising is looking for sex in real-time, in the physical world. Read more
I was no stranger to the idea of therapy. One of my closest friends has been in therapy for years, and I’d always admired her ability to articulate her feelings and emotions with other people. Read more
The stats on inequalities in health and healthcare faced by LBT women and non-binary people. Read more
Do you flinch every time you hear the word ‘lesbian’ even though you identify as one? Read more
What is loneliness? Why are LGBTQ+ people more likely to be lonely? What can you do about loneliness? Find answers to all these questions here. Read more
Looking for online counselling tailored for LGBTQ+ people? Look no further than ELOP. Read more