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The welfare team are here to help with any queries or concerns you may have. We will also signpost you to other organisations or services that can give you additional answers or help. Additionally the welfare team can also offer safe sex supplies during term time.
Coming out to anyone anywhere, at any time can be a stressful, anxious event. Not only are you sharing intimate information about yourself – your sexuality – but you are opening yourself to an entire spectrum of reactions that may… Read More
There are many things in life that can cause people to feel upset, angry or worried. These things can be the same for LGBT and nonLGBT people like money worries, family problems or bereavement. However, some LGBT people may also… Read More
GUM (Genitourinary Medicine) Clinics are sexual health clinics where you can get tested for common STIs. You should get regular checkups if you are sexually active; the recommendation is to have a check up every month but realistically you should… Read More
Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) are infections picked up during sex caused by viruses, bacteria or parasites. They are most easily passed on by oral or anal sex, but most can be passed on by bodily contact and through tiny cuts.… Read More
Condoms Condoms are a physical barrier to prevent the bodily fluids of two people coming into contact during sex. Semen is the primary transmission route of most infections, but some may also be contained in urine and very occasionally saliva.… Read More
Welfare Phone If you have any welfare concerns, questions or just need someone to talk to do not hesitate to call our welfare phone. It available from 9am to 10pm every day, including holidays. We will always be happy to… Read More
Longrunning LGBT support service.
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