World Aids Day

On today's show Sarah and Andrew talked all things HIV/AIDS because December the 1st is World Aids Day. World Aids Day is a chance to look back and remember those 6700 Aussies who have died through HIV/AIDS, and also to look forward towards the future and how we can help.

Main points to remember:
- Use a condom and water based lube.
- Get checkups regularly, even if you don't think you've been exposed to HIV. It's free, so you have nothing to loose!
- If you think you may have been exposed to HIV or another STI, visit your doctor ASAP, because they can advise you of the best treatment available.

Here are some links for more information:
sextxt.org.au (SMS: 19SEXTXT)- Get your sexual health questions answered quickly and easily through your mobile phone.
thedramadownunder.info - Get info about HIV and other STIs. Information on where you can get tested and why it's important to get tested. If you have recently been diagnosed with a STI, you can use this website to let your sexual partners know anonymously that they should go and get a checkup.
mshc.org.au - Celebrate world aids day by getting tested! The Melbourne Sexual Health Center are experts in sexual health, and they will test you for free! It's quick, anonymous, and free. (ph: 93416200)
melbournecityromp.com - Help raise money for the Burnett Institute. These guys are researching into HIV prevention, so it's a great cause to get behind. The Melbourne City Romp is part "amazing race" and part treasure hunt. It's a fantastic day out!

Andrew got along to the Equal Love rally for same sex marriage in Melbourne on Saturday. It was a great turn out, they had thousands of people there, and we marched to show our anger over being treated as second class citizens. Equal Love are running their equal rights campaign over the next 12 months to raise awareness leading up to the federal election. More info.

School Bullying is a huge problem in Australia, and you don't have to feel like you're the only one going through it. Get help and support through Bullying No Way! and SOBA's new website.

Wishing Sarah a very happy birthday!