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Sexual & General Health

In this section, we also have a comprehensive Service Guide, which lists sexual health clinics and a number of other services throughout the Wiltshire area. You can also find many of the resources that Men's Sexual Health has produced here. There are booklets and guides as web pages that you can read online, and some also have downloadable versions in PDF format (for which you can download Adobe Reader if you don't already have it). If you live in Wiltshire, a copy of each of these guides can be ordered free, using our Supplies by Post service.

A depressed guy Mental Health Section
 
Our newly expanded mental health section includes articles on SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder), suicide and a list of ten simple but proven ways to help you look after your mental health and improve your general state of mind.
A depressed guy Focus on Eye Health
 
So many of us take our most important sense, sight, for granted. Many of the eye conditions that affect us are a result of our lifestyles. But you can help look after your eyesight by following our simple guide.
A guy on scales Obesity and Overweight
 
If you are obese or overweight, you have an increased risk of developing various health problems. Losing just a little weight, and keeping it off with a healthier diet and some exercise, can greatly reduce your increased health risks. Our guide will help you to do this.
A guy sunbathing Skin cancer
 
Skin cancer is the second most common cancer in Britain today and the incidence is rising rapidly in the 18-39 age group. Caught early enough it is one of the most curable. Read our guide to find out how you can avoid it.
Image of healthy food Healthy Eating
 
The food we eat has a major influence on our health, but it's easy to eat too many high-fat foods and not enough of the more nutritious foods. For everything you need to know about eating more healthily, read the guide.
Image of a heart Coronary Heart Disease
 
Heart disease claims more men's lives than any other disease. If you have a family history of heart disease, you have a greater chance of developing it. Changing your lifestyle can reduce this risk significantly. Find out how you can cut the risk.
Image of a stressed guy Stress
 
Stress - being under too much pressure -- can have many symptoms such as poor sleep, irritability and feeling anxious and cause a variety of physical and emotional problems. Find out how you can handle the stress.
Image of a guy in boxers Penis Size
 
The size of your penis is determined by genetic traits inherited from your parents. There's nothing much you can do about the size, and getting to the truth about penis size can be difficult. Find out more about how the penis develops and about the real average size.
A man grooming Grooming Gorgeous!
 
Sales of male grooming products are booming and the right skincare can help to make you look younger and feel better. This page gives plenty of hints to help make you look handsome.
Image of a depressed guy Erectile Dysfunction (also commonly known as impotence)
 
Much more common than many people realise, erectile dysfunction (the inability to get or maintain an erection) affects almost one in ten men in the UK. This page looks at the underlying reasons which can cause this problem and what can be done about it.
Image of a condom Chlamydia - The Silent Epidemic
 
Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted infection which is such a widespread disease that it is often known as the silent epidemic. This page explains the disease, how to prevent it and how it is detected and treated.
World AIDS Day ribbon HIV and AIDS
 
Our HIV and AIDS section includes: a history of the pandemic; frequently asked questions; myths and misconceptions; and the situation regarding criminalisation of HIV transmission.
Lesbians and bisexual women symbol Information for lesbians and bisexual women
 
This section contains sexual health information for lesbians and bisexual women, including information on HIV and STIs, pregnancy and cervical cancer.
Test to 'C' - Testicular Cancer Test to 'C'
 
Testicular cancer is on the rise but can be cured in almost all cases if detected early enough. This page explains how to examine yourself and what signs to look out for.
Why 'P'... - Prostate Cancer Why 'P'...
 
A brief introduction to prostate cancer which explains what the prostate does, who is most at risk, and what symptoms to look out for.
Hepatitis - a guide for gay and bisexual men Hepatitis - a guide for gay and bisexual men
 
A guide to Hepatitis A & B for gay and bisexual men produced by the Wessex Gay Men's Health Forum.
 
Hepatitis C We also have information about Hepatitis C and how you can avoid it.
Visting a Sexual Health Clinic Visiting a Sexual Health Clinic
 
This page tells you what happens when you visit a sexual health (GUM) clinic and what you can expect from those that work there.
Sex & Drugs leaflet cover Sex & Drugs
 
Our short guide to how drug use may affect your sex life, with details of local drug support services and links to find out more about this subject.
Syphilis leaflet cover Syphilis Is Back
... And it's here in the South West
 
Syphilis is currently increasing amongst gay men more rapidly than any other sexually transmitted infection (STI). This guide tells you about how it is transmitted, the symptoms and how you can protect yourself from it.
Condoms Do Make a Difference Condoms Do Make a Difference
 
A guide to putting on and using condoms produced by the Wessex Gay Men's Health Forum for it's condom pack.
 
You can get free condoms through the post from us or at a number of countywide collection points.
Dam It! Dam It!
 
When properly used dental dams may help reduce the risk of catching or spreading sexually transmitted infections including HIV. This page is a guide to using dental dams for safer oral sex.
Guides for GPs and general practice staff Guides for GPs and general practice staff
 
Our two guides for general practitioners and general practice staff: One Small Step is a brief guide to working with gay and bisexual men; Small Effort, Big Change is our exhastive booklet about the subject.
STI guide cover STIs
 
Sexually Transmitted Infections - a guide for gay and bisexual men. Produced by Wessex Gay Men's Health Forum.
Viagra: Are you Dying for a Hard-on? Viagra: Are you Dying for a Hard-on?
 
The dangers of taking unprescribed VIAGRA; a leaflet produced by Wessex Gay Men's Health Forum.

Keep checking back since we will be adding further guides in the future.

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