Men's Health
Here are some health issues that affect gay and bisexual men. Below we have outlined the most common ones, along with the relevant organisations.
Male Cancer
Whether it's cancer of the prostate, testicles, penis or anus, it needs to be found and treated!
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. Penile cancer might be rarer in developed countries, but it still affects around 500 men a year in the UK.
To get more information visit Orchid-Cancer, UK's only registered charity specialising in male-specific cancers.
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. Penile cancer might be rarer in developed countries, but it still affects around 500 men a year in the UK.
To get more information visit Orchid-Cancer, UK's only registered charity specialising in male-specific cancers.
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.
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.
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.
As of April 2015, Outhouse East has started a partnership with METRO Centre to offer HIV Support in Essex. Led by Kerry McCabe and Justin Barley, services include advice & advocacy, health information, counselling and peer support. They can be reached at kerry@metrocharity.org.uk (07904 219 509) or justin@metrocharity.org.uk (07904 219 489).
You can also get more information about what sexual health clinics are available here.
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.
As of April 2015, Outhouse East has started a partnership with METRO Centre to offer HIV Support in Essex. Led by Kerry McCabe and Justin Barley, services include advice & advocacy, health information, counselling and peer support. They can be reached at kerry@metrocharity.org.uk (07904 219 509) or justin@metrocharity.org.uk (07904 219 489).
You can also get more information about what sexual health clinics are available here.
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.
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.