The HIV myths that need to take a hike
Stigma can overshadow the truth when it comes to HIV. Dr Rhys Young breaks down some common myths. How much do you know about HIV? Do you limit your sexual partners based on their HIV status? Are you confident in your HIV & STI prevention? Unfortunately, stigma can often overshadow the truth, and HIV still …
DocQ: Doctor’s guide to edging
Dr Rhys Young is back with a toe-curling guide to the wonderful world of edging. Have you ever been listening to a remix of a song where the DJ keeps building to the chorus, but then they take it back and start building again? It’s fun; you were expecting the beat drop so you could …
DocQ: How to talk to your GP about domestic violence
May 28th is LGBTQ+ Domestic Violence Awareness Day, a day to bring attention to the issue of domestic violence in queer relationships. DocQ is back to chat to us about healthy relationships and how to chat to your GP when you’re feeling unsafe. As a GP, it’s important for me to remind my patients that …
DocQ: Top surgery with Dr Rhys Young
As we approach the top of 2023, let’s talk about top surgery. It’s summertime, the sun’s out, and the beach is calling your name. For many transmasc or non-binary folk, this can be a big trigger for chest dysphoria. While some people use tapes or binders to help manage their dysphoria, some people will choose …
Doc Q: What is Monkeypox
As if we hadn’t had enough viruses around at the moment, chances are, you’ve now heard of monkeypox. Dr Rhys Young is a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community and has a special interest in LGBTQ+ individual & family health. He believes in the importance of good sexual health, STI screening & prevention, including PrEP …
The Doc Q Bottoming sequel: Top Tips for Tops
Tops: it’s your turn! If you think that topping is just all about shoving it in and getting jiggy with it, then you might not be doing yourself or your bottoms justice. Whether you’ve got your own penis or are just strapping one on for fun, here are my tips to be toppest top in …
The Doc Q Guide to Better Bottoming
So, you want to try butt stuff! But doesn’t it hurt? What if you have a poo explosion! Bottoming can (and should) feel great. So, here’s the Doc Q Guide to Better Bottoming What should I eat before bottoming? Your butt connects all the way up to your mouth, so start at the top. Fibre …
4 other jabs to get once you’re vaccinated for COVID
I get it, everyone is totally over talking about COVID-19 vaccines. But did you know that there are other vaccines that LGBTQ+ people should be thinking about to stay in tip-top shape? So get those shoulders ready, get vaccinated and a nice little rainbow bandaid to put on top! Dr Rhys Young is a proud …
Doc Q: 5 Myths about STIs that doctors see every day
Chlamydia, gonorrhoea & syphilis. Oh my! These sneaky little buggers are all around town and if you’re getting down & dirty, there’s a good chance you might be meeting one soon. There are a lot of myths out there about STIs so let’s break down some of the most common ones that we doctors see …
How to get the most out of your GP appointment
At year’s end, a lot of people take the opportunity to check in with their GP. Perhaps to refill a PrEP script, plan for an annual screening or finally get that funky lump checked out. Seeing the doctor can seem a chore. I’ve got some tips to help you get the most out of your …
