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Safer Sex

How to have a safer and more satisfying sex life.


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Summer, sex and how I stay safer

Summer, sex and how I stay safer

As I write this, I’m fighting the temptation of stripping off entirely. Read more

Published: 29th July, 2021

Author: Anonymised User

Sun, sea, sand, sex and STIs

Sun, sea, sand, sex and STIs

A holiday can occasionally see you arrive home with more than a tan (or sunburn) and some souvenirs. Read more

Published: 29th July, 2021

Author: Anonymised User

Sex and the summer holiday

Sex and the summer holiday

The holidays we take are as varied as we are. They come in many shapes and sizes, from a weekend quickie to something long and indulgent. Read more

Published: 29th July, 2021

Author: Anonymised User

Sex and the condom loving man

Sex and the condom loving man

The latest data suggests 60% of gay men in London have had sex without condoms at least once in the last three months Read more

Published: 29th July, 2021

Author: Anonymised User

Porn in lockdown - a chat with Leander and '10inchlondon'

Porn in lockdown - a chat with Leander and '10inchlondon'

The Coronavirus lockdown has negatively impacted many different industries, not least the sex industry. Read more

Published: 28th July, 2021

Author: Anonymised User

An interview with Dr Michael Brady

An interview with Dr Michael Brady

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

Published: 28th July, 2021

Author: Anonymised User

How risky is kissing?

How risky is kissing?

A look at the risks of making out Read more

Published: 8th July, 2021

Author: Anonymised User

How risky is frottage?

How risky is frottage?

Frottage is when you rub yourself against each other to the point of orgasm. Read more

Published: 8th July, 2021

Author: Anonymised User

How risky is wanking?

How risky is wanking?

Masturbating by yourself is about as risk free as sex can get. Read more

Published: 8th July, 2021

Author: Anonymised User

How risky is sounding?

How risky is sounding?

Sounding is when you insert rods (usually plastic or steel) into your uretha. Read more

Published: 8th July, 2021

Author: Anonymised User

How risky is fisting?

How risky is fisting?

A look at the risk of fisting Read more

Published: 8th July, 2021

Author: Anonymised User

How risky is watersports?

How risky is watersports?

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

Published: 8th July, 2021

Author: Anonymised User

How risky is cum play?

How risky is cum play?

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

Published: 8th July, 2021

Author: Anonymised User

How risky is playing with sex toys?

How risky is playing with sex toys?

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

Published: 8th July, 2021

Author: Anonymised User

How risking is rimming?

How risking is rimming?

There is no data to suggest that anyone has caught HIV from rimming, although there are other risks. Read more

Published: 8th July, 2021

Author: Anonymised User

How risky is oral sex?

How risky is oral sex?

A look at the risks of blow jobs Read more

Published: 8th July, 2021

Author: Anonymised User

How risky is fucking?

How risky is fucking?

The risks of having anal sex Read more

Published: 8th July, 2021

Author: Anonymised User

Infidelity and the gay community: Do gay men struggle to be faithful?

Infidelity and the gay community: Do gay men struggle to be faithful?

Has a boyfriend ever cheated on you? Have you ever cheated? If either answer (or both) is “yes” then you’re in the majority. Read more

Published: 9th June, 2021

Updated: 29th July, 2021

Author: Anonymised User

PEP (Post Exposure Prophylaxis)

PEP (Post Exposure Prophylaxis)

Post Exposure Prophylaxis, or PEP, is a course of HIV medication which you can take if you have been at risk of HIV infection. Read more

Published: 7th June, 2021

Updated: 9th July, 2021

Author: Anonymised User

Condoms and lube

Condoms and lube

Condoms used with water-based or silicone-based lube are the surest way to protect you or your partner against HIV and many other sexually transmitted infections. Read more

Published: 7th June, 2021

Updated: 9th July, 2021

Author: Anonymised User

What is HIV undetectable? (HIV+U | U=U)

What is HIV undetectable? (HIV+U | U=U)

HIV Undetectable is a term used to describe someone who is living with HIV but on successful and effective treatment. Someone who is HIV Undetectable cannot pass on the virus through sex. Read more

Published: 7th June, 2021

Updated: 30th November, 2023

Author: Anonymised User

HIV testing

HIV testing

Everyone has an HIV status; you are either HIV-negative or HIV-positive. Taking an HIV test won't change your status but it will let you know what it is. Read more

Published: 7th June, 2021

Updated: 26th May, 2023

Author: Anonymised User

PrEP

PrEP

PrEP stands for Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis. It's a pill that HIV negative people take to prevent HIV transmission. Read more

Published: 7th June, 2021

Updated: 30th November, 2023

Author: Anonymised User

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    World AIDS Day 2023 Fundraiser

    LGBT HERO is about making connections, whether that's with peers, the community or connecting you to services and support that you want or need. This year we are looking to the future and honouring our past with the legacy of the groundbreaking campaigning of GMFA - Gay Men Fighting AIDS.

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  • A modern guy's guide to cruising

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