Welcome To Man2Man.ie

Welcome to man2man.ie, HIV and Sexual Health information for gay and bisexual men, other men who have sex with men and the trans community.

OUR SEXUAL HEALTH

Sexual health, as defined by the World Health Organisation (WHO), is a state of physical, emotional, mental, and social well-being in relation to sexuality.

STI PREVENTION

Preventing the transmission of STIs and HIV is about knowing the risks, and taking responsibility for minimising the risks.

TESTING AND SUPPORT

It has never been easier to test for STIs. You can now test in-clinic, at home or avail of a rapid test.

HIV

HIV stands for Human Immunodeficiency Virus. HIV affects the body’s immune system, attacking the body’s defences.

MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLBEING

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has a phrase ‘There is no health without mental health’. This recognises the crucial role our mental health contributes to our wellbeing.

CHEMSEX HARM REDUCTION

Chemsex is a specific form of recreational drug use and involves using one or more of three drugs, in any combination, to facilitate or enhance sex, with or without other drugs.

U = U

Undetectable = Untransmittable

Consent

Consent is where there is free and voluntary agreement to engage in a sexual act with someone else.

Anal Sex

Anal Sex

News & Resources

  • Mpox

    Mpox (monkeypox) is a viral infection. It can lead to an illness that ranges from mild to severe and can last a number of weeks. Up until recently, it was only seen in countries where the virus is endemic (very common) and sometimes in people who return home from those countries.

  • G / GHB / GBL

    Man2Man.ie is proud to announce the release of a new harm reduction booklet focused on GHB/GBL ("G") safety. Designed to provide practical advice and essential information, the booklet empowers gay, bisexual, and men who have sex with men (gbMSM) with the tools to make informed decisions and reduce risks associated with G use.
    The booklet offers harm reduction tips, including dosage safety, hydration, and emergency response guidance, supporting the community in staying safe while prioritising health and well-being.
    In addition to practical advice, the booklet includes a comprehensive listing of support groups and organisations available to individuals seeking assistance. These resources offer confidential support, information, and guidance on substance use and related concerns.
    The booklet is now available for free download at man2man.ie/g.

  • DoxyPEP

    DoxyPEP (or dPEP) stands for doxycycline post-exposure prophylaxis.

    Doxycycline is an antibiotic.

    Post-exposure prophylaxis is the use of a medical treatment after potential exposure to an infectious agent (bacteria, virus, etc) to prevent an infection from occurring.

    DoxyPEP is a relatively new way of preventing some sexually transmitted infections (STIs) by using doxycycline after condomless sex, including oral sex.

A powerful new chemsex ad is hitting the big screen at #GazeFilmFest in Dublin August 2024.

This collaboration between @pozvibepod @man2manireland, @gazefilmfest, and @gayhealthnetwork features the incredible @vedalady & @robbielwr, who speak of their new Chem Sessions podcast and why it is needed in the community.

Speaking of their Chem Sessions podcast series, Veda said: “We wanted to create a resource that reduces the stigma around drug use, promotes active consent and open conversation about drugs & sex, with an emphasis on mental health and promoting a culture of care at the chemsex party”.

Robbie on Chem Sessions: “Through the power of storytelling, Chem Sessions aims to break the conspiracy of silence and continue vital conversations about how we can optimise our community’s sexual health!”

The ad runs all weekend at the @gazefilmfest and we love it!

The video is produced by @man2manireland and @gayhealthnetwork in association with @pozvibepod and filmed by @tallerstories.

Google “Pozvibe Chem Sessions” to find the Chem Sessions Podcast.

For more information and information on resources and supports for chemsex, visit man2man.ie/chemsex.

Thanks to Robbie and Veda for their tireless activism and for all the work they do for people living with HIV and within the LGBTQ community.

#chemsexawareness #sexualhealth #chemsex #gbMSM #GAZE #PozVibe

Undetectable = Untransmittable (U=U)

U=U

Viral load is the term used to describe the amount of HIV in the body at any one time.  It is determined with a blood test.

A higher viral load is associated with a higher risk of HIV transmission. When a person living with HIV is on effective treatment and the level of virus (viral load) in the body is so low that it cannot be detected (is ‘undetectable’), HIV cannot be transmitted to sexual partners. This is also known as ‘undetectable’ equals ‘untransmittable’ (U=U).  

Undetectable = Untransmittable (U=U)

Let’s Talk About…

Monkeypox is a rare disease that is caused by infection with monkeypox virus. It occurs primarily in remote parts of Central and West Africa. There are two types of monkeypox: West African monkeypox and Congo Basin monkeypox.

  • Racism

  • Gender Identity

  • Intimate Partner Abuse

    Intimate partner abuse (IPA) is a serious issue affecting individuals in all relationships

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