FAQ

  • Where can I get free lube and condoms in Nottinghamshire?
    Ans: HGN supplies all the gay bars and clubs in Nottingham with condom and lube packs.
    If you are under 25, you can access the C-Card service to get free condoms/lube at various locations around the city, for more information go to www.ccardnottingham.co.uk
    Or you can register for free condoms and lube at Healthy Gay Nottingham 0115 947 6868 (contact us) or



  • How easy can syphilis be contracted?
    Ans: See our sexual health page (sexual health) or download our STI booklet (PDF)

  •  Does STI testing show if you have herpes if it’s not inflamed?
    Ans:
    There is no test available that can test for herpes if there isn’t an active ulcer to take
    a swab from. If you have an active ulcer you need to contact GUM clinic for an appointment:


    Nottingham City Hospital GUM Department
    Gate 2
    City Hospital
    Hucknall Road
    Nottingham
    NG5 1PB
    Telephone: 0115 9627744

  • Where can I access gay counsellors in Nottingham?
    Ans: Healthy Gay Nottingham has Gay councillors available, who work with gay and bisexual
    men. If you’re a bisexual woman or lesbian, HGN offers a referral system to relevant servic
    es.

  • Can Chlamydia be passed through lip-balm?
    Ans: There have been no known cases recorded, it is very unlikely
    .
  • I am going through a really rough patch with my boyfriend. we always seem to be fighting
    and i'm worried that we are going to split up. I still love him very much but I just dont know what to do. Can you help m
    e
    Ans: From time to time relationship issues can be problamatic HGN can offer advice and support around a variety of relationship issues and will be running workshops around such areas in addition to offering counselling and support. Keep checking the news page for further details of workshops
 

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