Elton John, Arctic Monkeys, and Guns ‘N Roses will headline this year’s bumper music event, with Lizzo, Lana Del Rey, and Queens Of The Stone Age among the other acts fans can enjoy.
However, while partying hard, Glastonbury goers have been urged to play safely as the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) South West and Somerset Council has offered health advice for those attending the festival.
The organisations have given tips to avoid the spread of measles, a ‘highly contagious, serious airborne disease caused by a virus,’ according to the World Health Organisation (WHO).
The importance of safe sex has also been stressed, along with measures put in place at the festival to ensure those that do want to get busy in a tent can avoid the risk of STIs.
Here is the safe sex advice given to those attending Glastonbury, and for more tips and tricks on the dos and don’ts of festival sex, you can check out Metro.co.uk’s piece here.
What safe sex advice has been given to Glastonbury Festival attendees?
Attendees gearing up to go to Glastonbury have been issued advice to avoid STIs and other health issues that can arise from unsafe sex.
‘Cases of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are increasing and UKHSA is reminding everyone having sex with new or casual partners before or at the Festival to wear a condom and get tested regularly, whatever their age or sexual orientation,’ a spokesperson from the UKHSA said.
Sexual health testing is free and confidential, and you do not need to be showing any STI symptoms to be tested.
According to the Glastonbury Festival website, emergency contraception and sexual health advice and screening are available from on-site Festival Medical Services.
Dr Bayad Nozad, Consultant in Health Protection at UKHSA South West, said they want festival-goers to ‘enjoy their time at Glastonbury, but to also be aware of ‘current health risks.’
‘We are also seeing an increase in cases of STIs, with large rises particularly in young people. STIs aren’t just an inconvenience – they can have a major impact on your health and that of any sexual partners,’ they said.
‘Condoms are the best defence, but if you didn’t use one the last time you had sex with a new or casual partner, get tested to detect any potential infections early and prevent passing them on to others. Testing is important because you may not have any symptoms of an STI.’
Professor Trudi Grant, Director of Public Health for Somerset Council, added that attended keeping themselves safe during the epic weekend ‘is paramount.’
‘Most health risks can be avoided by taking simple steps to help protect yourself,’ they continued. ‘Regular good hygiene can help prevent the spread of most germs and infections and remembering to keep yourself cool and avoid excess alcohol can help keep you safe during periods of hot weather.
‘We are encouraging everyone who attends the Festival to take some basic steps to protect themselves and others.’
The service offered a number of top tips to stay safe at the festival:
Tips to stay safe at Glastonbury Festival 2023
- Familiarise yourself with the health and safety advice on the Glastonbury Festival website before you travel and encourage your friends to do the same
- Avoid travelling if you are feeling acutely unwell
- Stay hydrated and avoid excessive alcohol consumption, particularly in hot weather
- Wash hands regularly and carry hand sanitiser with you – and take a face covering/face mask with you in case you need it
- Never take a BBQ into a tent – despite being out in the fresh air, carbon monoxide can build up to levels that can kill very quickly in enclosed spaces
- If you are preparing food – wash fruit and vegetable well and cook meat thoroughly to avoid food poisoning
- Stay safe in the sun by using sun lotion, wearing a hat, and seeking shade in the hottest parts of the day
- Wear protection if having sex, but recognise that this may not prevent transmission of some infections such as mpox
- Seek advice if you become unwell – there are medical facilities around the Festival site, including two dispensing and retail pharmacies.
Glastonbury Festival 2023 returns to Worthy Farm from June 21 to 26.
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