Hey there Guys, Today I thought it was important to declare a few things... Firstly I am an openly gay man. What you see above is what you get. Secondly I am a doctor, a very proud doctor and I 100% believe and live by the Declaration of Geneva, in particular: "I will not permit considerations of age, disease or disability, creed, ethnic origin, gender, nationality, … [Read more...] about Doctors in the Dark
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How Do We Deal With AIDSphobic Rants?
Hey there Guys, This weekend I have really been wondering exactly how far we have come when it comes to dealing with homophobia. Two threads I have seen on Facebook have left me cold, angry and to be honest ready to throw punches. Perhaps I should explain. First episode was when a friend mentioned he had attended one of the major football games in his hometown of Sydney. … [Read more...] about How Do We Deal With AIDSphobic Rants?
Doctors For Family, Homophobia In Medicine?
Hey there Guys, Today I wanted to share a disturbing story published in the Australian paper The Star Observer: [Gay] Marriage Will Lead To Health Risks. This story the reports how 150 Australian doctors have banded together against same sex marriage. [wpse_b_box_solid width="87%" style="blue_light"]A group of 150 medical professionals have claimed same-sex marriage would … [Read more...] about Doctors For Family, Homophobia In Medicine?
HIV Is Only “News Worthy” If You Are Dead. Homophobia In The Press Lives On
Hey there Guys, Yesterday I was contacted by a "journalist" who wanted to do a story after reading my article about concerns after a young gay man took his own life after diagnosis with HIV. I have to say I was excited to hear the press were interested in the story and was enthusiastic to engage her. The more this news gets out the more power we will have to help young … [Read more...] about HIV Is Only “News Worthy” If You Are Dead. Homophobia In The Press Lives On
The Healthy Bear on Self Care in a Homophobic World
Morning Guys. Today I came across this recent post by the Catholic blogger Tracy Trasancos: "Can't even go to the park" In her post she is clearly distressed at a variety of perceived sexual acts committed in front of not only herself but also her children. At the pool this summer there were homosexual couples with children and, while I was polite as my own young … [Read more...] about The Healthy Bear on Self Care in a Homophobic World