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Stand for the LGBT HERO Board of Directors

We're looking for new directors to join our amazing team.
Trans sexual health | HIV testing

If you have a sex life, then it’s important to know your HIV status. HIV transmission is much higher among trans people that cisgender people, particularly trans women who have sex with cisgender men.
Monkeypox and what you need to know

There seems to be an outbreak of Monkeypox, with many initial cases coming from gay, bisexual and men who have sex with men. Here's what you need to know.
Trans sexual health | STIs

Anyone can get an STI, however trans people are more likely to pick up an STI for many reasons, which can include a lack of access to or lack of information about prevention methods and testing services. If you are trans you should know about STIs, the symptoms, and how to prevent them.

Being non-binary

What does it mean to be non-binary?
HIV advice for gay men

We've all heard the myths! If you're gay men you're bound to become HIV-positive. Right? Wrong!
"The Gay Community is Racist"

The question is: are we really that shocked to learn that Britain’s gay scene is so racist?
How risky is having sex without condoms?

Most gay and bisexual men who have HIV caught it from having penetrative sex without a condom.
Safe Sex and STIs - a guide for lesbians

Think lesbians aren't at risk of STIs? Think again.
Herpes

Herpes is a virus that is spread by skin to skin contact.
A modern guy's guide to cruising

Perhaps surprisingly, the proud tradition of cruising is still going strong. Wherever you are in the UK, you’re not going to be too far from a spot where you’ll easily find other men who want to hook up with men. There are plenty of apps and websites dedicated to helping you out if you want to have sex in a public place.
What is asexuality?

Understanding asexuality and dispelling the myths and misconceptions about it.
Conversion therapy: the facts

Being pushed into a "queer cure"? It's both damaging and unscientific.
What are the signs of depression?

Here's what to look out for.