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    The Blood Ban: Barriers to Donating Blood in Canada

    Blood donation has been in the news lately, as Canadian Blood Services are going to be changing some of their requirements around who can and can’t donate blood. In this article we’re going to talk about blood, how blood donation works, HIV/AIDS, and more!

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    FAQ: Are you supposed to have a “tight vagina” when you have sex?

    Hearing about how vaginas should or should not be “loose” or “tight” can be stressful and be a source of insecurity for anyone with a vagina, which is totally valid! Read more as we bust this myth!

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    An Introduction to Sexual Fantasies (+ Infographics!)

    In this article we cover some of the most frequently asked questions about sexual fantasies. Plus! Some easy to share infographics if you want to spread the word!

  • On a white background, blue text reads "The Role of Culture in Teen Sexuality." To the right are 3 overlapping speech baloons.

    The Role of Culture in Teen Sexuality

    For this article, one of our volunteers did anonymous interviews with 3 teenagers all about the question: To what extent does culture and society play a role in youth sexuality?

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    Looking at Different Types of Attraction

    There are lots of different ways that people can be attracted (or not) to each other. So read on for just some of the labels and concepts people have for understanding and talking about attraction!

  • On a green background there is white text that reads "What is a Preterm Birth?" next to a white icon of a swaddled baby.

    What is a Preterm Birth?

    We talk a lot about pregnancy, and about supports for after giving birth, but what about things that can happen during the birthing process? This article covers some of what happens during a preterm birth.

  • On the right is an icon of a pill bottle, pill pack, and some loose pills. The left is white text that reads "A quick history of HIV treatment." The background is orange.

    A Quick History of HIV Treatment

    This article provide a quick background on the history of treatments for the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). Check it out to learn more!

  • White text on the left reads "Sensory Friendly Periods." On the right are some white icons of period related products. The background is blue.

    Sensory Friendly Periods

    Periods can often trigger sensory issues for people who are sensitive to things that we see, touch, hear, smell, or taste. This article covers period products and strategies than can help people manage the sensory experiences of periods.

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    Talking to Your Parents About Sexual Health 

    Talking about sex with your parents (or a legal guardian) can feel extremely awkward. This article covers some tips for brining up and navigating sexual health convos with parents or trusted adults in your life.

  • The text reads "Self-Managed Abortion in Canada" while the scene behind is of a bedside table with things like a water bottle, some pills, a coffee, alarm clock, and glasses. Next to it is a bed with a teddy bear on it.

    Self-Managed Abortion in Canada

    LEAF (the Women’s Legal Education & Action Fund) have recently shared a new report on the status of self-managed abortion on Canada called “Self-Managed Abortion in Canada: A Status Report”. Check out an overview of it here!