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Syphilis

Updated 25 October 2023 under Health Guides.

Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection caused by a spirochete (a very small organism). It can affect the entire body and needs to be treated with antibiotics early to avoid serious problems. […]

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Trichomoniasis (Trichomonal Vaginitis; “Trich”)

Updated 1 September 2023 under Health Guides.

Trichomoniasis is a common type of . It occurs in both teens and adults. What causes trichomoniasis? Trichomoniasis is caused by a single-cell parasite called a trichomonad. Unlike yeast infections, […]

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Pregnancy: Unplanned Pregnancy

Updated 2 November 2023 under Health Guides.

What are my options if I have an unplanned pregnancy? If you are confirmed to have an intrauterine pregnancy, you have 3 options: Continue with the pregnancy and become a parent […]

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Pregnancy: Unplanned Pregnancy – About Abortion

Updated 2 November 2023 under Health Guides.

 Abortion Many youth have questions about pregnancy and abortion.  If you have just found out that you are pregnant, you may feel overwhelmed, sad, happy, or unsure about options and […]

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Human Trafficking and Sexual Exploitation

Updated 25 October 2023 under Health Guides.

What is human trafficking? Human trafficking is a crime involving the recruitment, transportation, purchase, and/or hiding of anyone. These individuals are held by the use of force, fraud, or manipulation […]

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I just finished a 7 day break from my birth control pills. I am starting my second pack of pills. Will I be protected against pregnancy right away?

Updated 27 March 2023 under Ask Us.

Awesome question! Protection against pregnancy really depends on when you took your 7-day pill break. Most birth control pill packs contain 21 active (contain hormones) pills and 7 placebo (no […]

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My partner said that when he enters inside me, he feels something like a barrier or a lump. This kind of barrier hurts when touched. What can it be? Because of this, I can’t have normal sex. (I have never had sex before.)

Updated 10 April 2023 under Ask Us.

You are not alone, pain with penetration is a lot more common than you think! However, it is hard to know what the barrier or lump may be that is […]

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Recently I have been dreaming about having romantic feelings and kissing girls. Yet, I also dream about the same thing with boys! Does this mean I am “bi” (bi-sexual)? The thing is I prefer to be with boys in a romantic relationship, help please!

Updated 17 April 2023 under Ask Us.

Hi there, thanks for reaching out with your question. It is completely and totally normal to have dreams that aren’t necessarily accurate or realistic to how things are for you […]

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I recently started on the birth control pill. However, my mom really wants me to get an IUD, but I am not sexually active. I really want to stick with the pill, but now I am wondering, should I listen to my mom and get an IUD?

Updated 15 May 2023 under Ask Us.

Awesome question, thank you for asking.  First and foremost, starting any form of hormonal contraception should be a personal decision. This includes but not limited to; birth control pills, patches, […]

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I’ve always felt like a woman and I believe I am, but I don’t like my genitals, I would rather have nothing there. What is wrong with me?

Updated 5 September 2023 under Ask Us.

First, nothing is wrong with you, and this is a very valid question! Something important to know is that genitals have an incredible amount of diversity. Media and the social […]

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