Straight guy worries he’s being homophobic to gay roommate, realizes he’s fallen in love with him Plot twist: it turns out I don’t have any problem with Alex kissing guys if it’s me he’s kissing. Straight guy falls in love with a gay guy, thinks he’s being homophobic 26 May 2016 by Joe Morgan We’re pretty sure this story is pretty […]
Read moreDan Farthing-Sykes Dan Farthing-Sykes’ Biography Dan Farthing-Sykes is the first and current CEO of Haemophilia Scotland. He joined the organisation from the Edinburgh Haemophilia & Thrombosis Centre in January 2014 and has worked closely with the founding Board of Trustees to establish the charity. He brings with him experience of almost seven years as the Policy and Communications […]
Read moreThe Differences between Blood & Blood Products When people think of a “blood transfusion” we generally think of the image above. One whole bag of blood or a unit is most commonly used for patients who require an immediate “blood transfusion” for circumstances which could be seen as life threatening. The most frequently used example of […]
Read moreMr Gay UK Mr Gay UK is a British annual beauty contest for gay men, with regional heats held in gay nightclubs with a grand final usually at a gay venue. The contests is owned and promoted by gay entrepreneur Terry George. HISTORY OF MR GAY UK Every year, hundreds of lads compete at […]
Read moreSlings, Slamming and Chem-sex Dr Steve Taylor | Posted 10.04.2014 | UK Lifestyle Drugs, LGBT, Sex, UK Impact, Hepatitis C, Sexually Transmitted Infections, Hiv,Mephedrone, Syphilis, UK Lifestyle News This blog is definitely not for the faint-hearted: If you’re easily offended, please stop reading now! For those of you who would like to have a greater understanding of a new subculture […]
Read moreBefore you decide to travel When you decide where to travel it is important to remember that most countries in the world can’t provide the same levels of treatment and care as a Scottish Haemophilia Centre. Even if your bleeding disorder doesn’t usually affect your life it is important to consider what would happen if you had […]
Read moreOnce you’ve decided where you are going One you have decided where you are going it’s time to get organised. Travel Insurance It is very important that you get the right Travel Insurance. You need to make sure that the insurance company are aware of your bleeding disorder so that the policy is still valid if you […]
Read moreIf you are travelling inside the EU If you are travelling in the EU or Iceland, Lichtenstein, Norway and Switzerland then you should also make sure you are carrying a European Health Insurance Card. There is also an accompanying smartphone app which will help you make the most of the card. Remember, having the card doesn’t mean that you […]
Read moreGetting to your destination We suggest that you carry a letter for security staff at your port of exit or entry. The letter should explaining why you are carrying treatment products, prescribed drugs, needles, syringes etc., and the serious implications of not having them immediately to hand. The WFH sample letter is a very good place to start but you […]
Read moreWhile you are away As well as having a good time there are a couple of things it can be sensible to do while you are away. Medical ID Wear medical identification information. There are now a wide range of options to do this. Many people carry the patient cards issued by their Haemophilia Centre and UKHCDO. Sometime […]
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