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***Content Warning: HIV and suicide***


Matt was floored when he discovered his HIV+ status aged 25, only a few months after coming out as gay. His mental health was significantly impacted as he tried to come to terms with his diagnosis and the difficult process of integrating it into his life and relationships. He also talks about the unexpected highs of recently 'coming out' about his positive status and his gratitude for it. A shining example of finding strength, being open, kind and grateful.


Links from the episode:


Terrence Higgins Trust: https://www.tht.org.uk/

National AIDS Trust: https://www.nat.org.uk/

NAM AIDSMAP: https://www.aidsmap.com/

George House Trust: https://ght.org.uk/

Lunch Positive: https://lunchpositive.org/ (this is the charity Matt volunteers with - they are only based in the South East)

Tackle HIV: https://tacklehiv.org/

Samaritans: https://www.samaritans.org/

MIND Suicide Toolkit (for sufferers and loved ones): https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/suicidal-feelings/about-suicidal-feelings/

Matt's Instagram: @meandhiv

Matt's YouTube: youtube.com/c/MattWebster1986



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