Men's Health
Boys! You are the worst when it comes to looking after your own health. Sometimes life passes us by so quickly and we didn't think to pop to the GP about that thing that has been bugging us for a while, or perhaps the idea of walking into a GUM Clinic (sexual health clinic) terrifies you! It's time that you men who like men stand up and make sure you are getting the best health opportunities possible.
Below we have provided some information which might be of use to you.
Below we have provided some information which might be of use to you.
Male Cancer
Prostate or testicles, we need to get to grips with these, fellas. Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers in men and is more likely to effect older men. Whereas testicular cancer is more likely to effect the young, from 15 - 44.
Anal cancer is 20 times more common in gay men than the general population.
To get more information on how to check for symptoms visit the Everyman site.
http://everyman-campaign.org/index.shtml
Anal cancer is 20 times more common in gay men than the general population.
To get more information on how to check for symptoms visit the Everyman site.
http://everyman-campaign.org/index.shtml
Mental Health
Sometimes life gets on top of us, and sometimes it does it so much we find ourselves struggling to make sense of it all. You may equate your feeling of depression with being gay, but we would suggest it is more to do with external factors and how they make you feel about being gay. We can feel isolated, feel self-loathing or become depressed.
Young gay men are 7 times more likely to have attempted suicide than heterosexual guys. It's time we stood up and got the help we deserve, because you deserve to feel good about yourself.
If you are struggling with depression, anxiety or something in your head you can't seem to make sense of there is lots of support for you out there. You can contact us to make an appointment to see a counsellor free of charge. We are here to support YOU, don't ever be alone, call us or email us.
info@theouthouse.org.uk
Young gay men are 7 times more likely to have attempted suicide than heterosexual guys. It's time we stood up and got the help we deserve, because you deserve to feel good about yourself.
If you are struggling with depression, anxiety or something in your head you can't seem to make sense of there is lots of support for you out there. You can contact us to make an appointment to see a counsellor free of charge. We are here to support YOU, don't ever be alone, call us or email us.
info@theouthouse.org.uk
Know your status
Like it or not, HIV and AIDS are still very much a threat to our health, especially if you practice unsafe sex. There still is NO CURE for HIV. Sometimes denial seems the easiest option, but actually getting tested on a regular basis can keep your mind at rest.
HIV prognosis isn't what it used to be, if you are diagnosed with HIV the likelihood is with the right treatment you will live a full, happy and healthy life. But one third of all people living with HIV don't know they have it. It is important you get diagnosed and treated as early as possible.
Do you need a bit of encouragement or support in getting an HIV test? Have you recently had unprotected sex and are worried about the potential consequences? Please get in touch and we will do what we can to support you through your journey, whether you test positive or not.
You can also get more advice and information about HIV at the Terence Higgins Trust.
You can also get more information about what sexual health clinics are available here:
http://www.essexhealth.co.uk/
HIV prognosis isn't what it used to be, if you are diagnosed with HIV the likelihood is with the right treatment you will live a full, happy and healthy life. But one third of all people living with HIV don't know they have it. It is important you get diagnosed and treated as early as possible.
Do you need a bit of encouragement or support in getting an HIV test? Have you recently had unprotected sex and are worried about the potential consequences? Please get in touch and we will do what we can to support you through your journey, whether you test positive or not.
You can also get more advice and information about HIV at the Terence Higgins Trust.
You can also get more information about what sexual health clinics are available here:
http://www.essexhealth.co.uk/
Eating Disorders
It has been considered that gay men are more susceptible to eating disorders than heterosexual men, although there still remains very little research in this area.
Anorexia remains in a taboo subject, but anorexia in men is almost all but ignored. Do you feel you have a different relationship with food to your friends and family? Are you an exceptionally selective eater? We urge you to speak to you GP about options but you can also get information and support online:
http://mengetedstoo.co.uk/
Anorexia remains in a taboo subject, but anorexia in men is almost all but ignored. Do you feel you have a different relationship with food to your friends and family? Are you an exceptionally selective eater? We urge you to speak to you GP about options but you can also get information and support online:
http://mengetedstoo.co.uk/
