Information Sheets
Accurate information about STI transmission, prevention, testing, treatment, and more.
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Pubic Lice & Crabs Information Sheet
A PDF version of the Pubic Lice and Crabs topic page on SmartSexResource. Last updated February 2019.
Scabies Information Sheet
A PDF version of the Scabies topic page on SmartSexResource. Last updated January 2022.
Self-collection instructions: Rectal swab
A downloadable handout with step-by-step visual instructions for how to collect a rectal swab sample. These instructions were developed to be transferrable across different implementation scenarios that use self-collected samples for STI testing.
Self-collection instructions: Throat swab
A downloadable handout with step-by-step visual instructions for how to collect a throat swab sample. These instructions were developed to be transferrable across different implementation scenarios that use self-collected samples for STI testing.
Self-collection instructions: Vaginal swab
A downloadable handout with step-by-step visual instructions for how to collect a vaginal swab sample. These instructions were developed to be transferrable across different implementation scenarios that use self-collected samples for STI testing.
Sexual Health-Related Anxiety: What is it? What can I do?
It’s common to worry about your sexual health from time-to-time, but if worry or anxiety is impacting your well-being it may be helpful to explore new ways of coping. This resource provides information about sexual health-related anxiety, and explores strategies that may help to manage anxiety.
Shigellosis Information Sheet
A PDF version of the Shigellosis topic page on SmartSexResource. Last updated January 2022.
Syphilis Information Sheet
A PDF version of the Syphilis topic page on SmartSexResource. Last updated February 2019.
Tips for a Healthy Vagina
Every person is different. Learn what is normal for you. Tips for a Healthy Vagina. This handout what developed by Vancouver Coastal Health.
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