Jayden's Yarn

As a gay man HIV has always been something that has scared me and sometimes has cause anxiety when having sex. Knowing the risks, I was always sure I used a condom which eased my anxiety during sex.

Although one time a condom broke, and I did not know at the time. This caused me anxiety and fear around HIV but thankfully I was able to get PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis). I was lucky that I was able to get PEP within the time, after potential risk of HIV to be protected.

After my treatment I spoke to my doctor about PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) and we both decided it was a good idea I start taking PrEP so I can now feel less anxiety and more confidence when having sex knowing I am protected and in control of my sexual health.

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Taz's Yarn

"As a Brotherboy I see there is a huge amount of stigma and misunderstanding of the needs of Brotherboys and a need for culturally safe and affirming testing sites and other service centres."

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Jane's Yarn

"Remember that being Sistergirl is strong and powerful, and we are resilient, so keep yourself safe at all times especially when having sex. Always love yourself no matter what."

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Kirra's Yarn

"as a Sistergirl on PrEP I know I have taken the right steps to protect myself from HIV regardless of my gender and sexual life."

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Michelle's Yarn

"Life does not stop if your test comes back HIV Positive, you can still work, you can still play sport, Women can still have babies and we can drink from the same cup."

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Michael's Yarn

"Keeping an undetectable viral load is good for your health because it stops the virus doing damage to your body and Undetectable = Untransmittable (U=U) means you cannot pass HIV on."

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