HIV and sexual health charity Terrence Higgins Trust (THT) is reminding visitors to Birmingham Pride (Saturday 29th - Sunday 30th May) not to put their sexual health at risk by getting carried away with the party mood.

Throughout the festival weekend THT staff and volunteers will be out in force, promoting safer sex messaging and handing out condoms to the crowds across Birmingham’s gay village. As well as taking part in Saturday’s parade, THT will be operating a stand at the event, where festival-goers can pick up free condoms, along with advice and information, including where to get tested if they’re worried they’ve put themselves at risk.

Jane Morel, Regional Manager for THT in the Midlands, says: “Birmingham Pride is a fantastic event for the city, and we’re delighted to once again be part of it. We’ve worked closely with the local LGBT community for many years to raise awareness of HIV, so we would encourage people to enjoy themselves; just don’t forget your condoms!”

More details on Birmingham Pride can be found at www.birminghampride.com.

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1. Terrence Higgins Trust is the UK’s leading HIV and sexual health charity with centres across England, Scotland and Wales. We're here to provide information and advice about HIV and sexual health and offer a range of services including sexual health checks, counselling and support groups.  We campaign for a world where people with HIV live healthy lives, free from prejudice and discrimination and we promote good sexual health as a right and reality for all. Terrence Higgins Trust relies on donations to deliver a wide range of services. To make a donation, visit www.tht.org.uk