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THT is calling for people to join its support group ‘Telling
it straight’. The group is aimed at heterosexual men and
women living with HIV in Sussex. The group meets every fourth Tuesday of each
month in the evening. The next group session will take place on Tuesday 23rd
at 6-8pm at THT’s centre in Brighton.
Stigma and discrimination around HIV can make it difficult to know who you
can talk to. ‘Telling it straight’ is an informal and easy going
support group for anyone who has been diagnosed as HIV positive. It’s
a confidential space where people can provide each other with support and share
experiences about how they are coping with HIV and life in general. It’s
also a great place to find out about other support services on offer in Sussex.
Sue Peters, Regional Manager for THT in Sussex said:
“This is a dedicated support group for heterosexual people living
with HIV in Sussex. Up until now the only option would have been to go to
a support group in London. But it’s really important that local support
is available because when you're living with HIV your life can seem much more
complex than before you had the virus. Some people find it reassuring to talk
to other people who are in a similar situation, or to meet people who have
had HIV for several years and are living well. If you’d like information
or support, or if you’d just like to meet other people, please come
along.”
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