{"id":17823,"date":"2022-08-03T23:14:16","date_gmt":"2022-08-03T21:14:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/festival.praguepride.com\/?page_id=17823"},"modified":"2025-07-16T10:44:42","modified_gmt":"2025-07-16T08:44:42","slug":"health-at-the-festival","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/festival.praguepride.com\/en\/practical-info\/health-at-the-festival\/","title":{"rendered":"Health at the Festival"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Even if you dive headfirst into the fabulous whirlwind of the Prague Pride Festival, don\u2019t forget the basics: you\u2019ve got to take care of yourself to truly enjoy the celebration and leave with joyful memories.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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We know, this is the kind of advice your mom probably gives you\u2014but guess what? She\u2019s right:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Summer heat in the city is sneaky. Drink plenty of non-alcoholic fluids throughout the day. Your body loses water fast when you sweat, and dehydration is no joke\u2014you don\u2019t want to end up in the care of the medical team because you forgot to hydrate.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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You need to eat\u2014even if you\u2019re trying to slim into that parade costume. If you skip breakfast and lunch, don\u2019t be surprised if your body gives up on the fun before you do.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Nothing ruins a festival day like falling asleep in the sun without sunscreen. Even sunburned earlobes can be a nightmare. Keep a little bottle of sunscreen with you every day unless the sky is completely overcast.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Wash your hands often and ideally carry some hand sanitizer. You\u2019ll be around a lot of people\u2014touching the same food stalls, railings, toilets\u2026 In Czechia, hepatitis A is currently on the rise. It\u2019s known as the \u201cdisease of dirty hands.\u201d There\u2019s no specific treatment, so good hygiene is your best defense. And yes, you should consider getting vaccinated\u2014it gives you long-term protection and Czech health insurance companies even cover a part the cost for their clients.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Mental Health<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Sometimes it can be the crowd, the loud music, the pressure drop before a storm, or just a bad night\u2019s sleep. If there\u2019s a moment when you don\u2019t feel okay, don\u2019t force it\u2014take a break. That\u2019s exactly what Pride HideOUT powered by Sephora<\/strong> is here for. You’ll find this mental health refuge in Pride Village and on Saturday in Pride Park. It\u2019s a space of calm, with cushions, earplugs, and gentle quiet. Come take a moment to breathe away from the noise and the people. Crisis support professionals will also be present\u2014you can lean on them if you\u2019re feeling overwhelmed or anxious.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Starting the Day with a Clear Head<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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You made your bed, now you gotta lie in it. On Saturday in Pride Park, a dedicated harm reduction team will be there to support you safely\u2014especially in the context of the dance floor and nightlife. Their goal is to help you minimize the risks connected to using legal and illegal psychoactive substances (yes, that includes alcohol too).<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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They\u2019re there to remind you to hydrate, help you find something gentle to eat that won\u2019t upset your stomach (think fruit!), and offer support if you’re not feeling well after taking any substance. If you feel unwell\u2014this is the team to turn to. They\u2019re experienced and non-judgmental.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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And honestly? They\u2019re great to talk to even if you\u2019re just stopping by for a friendly chat.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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At Letn\u00e1, you\u2019ll be looked after by the Party Harm Reduction team<\/a> from Progressive o.p.s., and at the official afterparty Fever at Radost FX club, by the Hard&Smart program from Podan\u00e9 ruce. We thank them for making the fun at Prague Pride Festival safer.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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HIV Testing<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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The Prague Pride Festival is always a great opportunity to get tested and learn the latest about HIV prevention and treatment.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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From Monday to Friday, the Czech AIDS Help Society (\u010cSAP) will be running a testing booth in Pride Village, and on Saturday, they\u2019ll be in Pride Park at Letn\u00e1. You can get tested\u2014completely free of charge and anonymously\u2014for HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis B and C. The whole process takes just a few minutes, especially if you fill out the pre-test form online in advance.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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At the booth, a healthcare worker will perform a rapid test using a drop of blood from your finger. You\u2019ll be identified by a code number\u2014no one will ask for your name. In about 30 minutes, you\u2019ll receive a notification on your phone that your result is available via the online system.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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If your result isn\u2019t clearly negative, a venous blood sample will be taken and sent to the National Reference Laboratory for HIV\/AIDS for confirmation. This will determine whether the initial result was a false alarm or if treatment should begin. Don\u2019t panic\u2014most follow-up tests after a reactive result turn out negative.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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What exactly does a negative rapid test mean?<\/strong>
Rapid tests don\u2019t detect the virus itself, but the body\u2019s response to it (antigens and antibodies). These take time to develop\u2014typically at least two months. So if you haven\u2019t been sexually abstinent or 100% protected in the past two months, a negative result does not guarantee you’re currently HIV-free. It only tells you that two months ago, you were. That\u2019s why people with active sex lives are encouraged to test regularly\u2014ideally every three months.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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HIV Prevention\u2014During the Festival and Beyond<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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If HIV is detected early and treated with modern antiretroviral medication, a person can live a long and healthy life, just like anyone else. There\u2019s no reason to avoid testing out of fear. Quite the opposite\u2014it\u2019s empowering to know your status and take control.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Recently, HIV transmission has also been rising among heterosexual people (no, it\u2019s not due to refugees from Ukraine). We’re all at some level of risk.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Many sexual activities carry zero or minimal risk\u2014like kissing, oral sex, or mutual masturbation.
However, unprotected anal sex carries up to 20 times higher risk than vaginal sex.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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You can protect yourself from HIV by:<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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  • Using condoms (Durex condoms are available for free at all festival venues)<\/li>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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  • Taking PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis\u2014a preventive medication that blocks HIV transmission if the virus enters your body). Learn more at www.chiprep.cz<\/li>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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  • Having sex with someone living with HIV who has had an undetectable viral load for at least six months. Such people cannot transmit the virus. Most HIV-positive people on treatment in Czechia are non-infectious.<\/li>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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  • Taking PEP (post-exposure prophylaxis). If you had a risky encounter, you can take a 72-hour emergency treatment of antiretroviral medication to stop HIV from spreading in your body. PEP must be prescribed by a doctor\u2014it\u2019s not available over the counter like emergency contraception. It\u2019s not covered by insurance and costs around CZK 5000. And timing is crucial\u2014don\u2019t delay.<\/li>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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    Remember: HIV isn\u2019t the only STI. PrEP and PEP don\u2019t protect against other infections like syphilis, hepatitis B\/C, gonorrhea, HPV, chlamydia, and more.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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