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A group of NGOs has called for people to reduce physical contact and get tested after a rise in syphilis cases was reported by the genitourinary clinic at Mater Dei. The statement, signed by ARC - Allied Rainbow Communities, Checkpoint Malta, LGBTI+ Gozo, MGRM and Preping Malta, appeals to people to focus on having a healthy sexual life and reiterated calls for a National Sexual Health Strategy.  “We understand that the COVID-19 pandemic presents a challenging time for all members of our community. As we strive to connect with each other, we need to remain mindful of the importance of redu...

  Local LGBT+ Groups have published a joint statement urging the practice of safe sex and GU Clinic checkups following an outbreak of Syphilis and other STIs from “Group Chemsex Parties.”   ARC – Allied Rainbow Communities, Checkpoint Malta, LGBTI+ Gozo, MGRM – Malta LGBTIQ Rights Movement, Preping Malta all signed the statement. The organisations called once again on medical authorities to engage in discussions towards the best possible long-term strategy. “We urge any sexually active person to get tested and practice safer sex,” they wrote.     This statement came after a wa...