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Part of sex is talking to partners about STIs and protection. Another part of sex talk can be talking with partners about what feels good. If you are not used to talking about sex, you may be shy about starting the conversation. We have...

Part of sex is talking to partners about STIs and protection. Another part of sex can be talking with partners about what feels good. If you are not used to talking about sex, you may be shy about starting the conversation. We have...

Here are ten tips that will help make these conversations relevant and comfortable for all involved. These tips have been generously provided by Jennifer Gibson, Community Education Services Coordinator with Island Sexual Health.  Want to...

If you have any sexual concerns, health care providers can give you information and support.  They may not bring up the topic of sexual health, but most providers are usually open to talking about it. They can rule out medical concerns or...

Join the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence for some STI education at their fundraiser in Vancouver's West End. Enjoy a smorgasbord of harm reduction items for folks to build an All Bodies safer sex package. Learn all about sexual health and...

Ten tips for parents on how to talk to your children about sex and sexual health. Provided by Island Sexual Health.

There are three new resources now available on SmartSexResource for health care professionals to use in their practice and to share with patients. Herpes: Patient Handout – a 4-page, 8.5” x 11” handout for patients wanting a short summary...

Calling HIV positive gay and bisexual guys!  Are you interested in participating in a new program at Positive Living BC? Gay Poz Sex (GPS) is a fun and exciting new program for gay and bisexual HIV positive men who are18 years and older...

On the International Day Against Homophobia & Transphobia, the Public Health Agency of Canada is presenting a webinar on the health challenges faced by LGBTQ2+ Canadians around sexually transmitted and blood borne infections (STBBI)....

Does Hiv Cause Lactose Intolerancy? I am not talking about due to hiv medications, just about Hiv ItselfZ

What's GPS? Gay Poz Sex: Finding Your Own Way (GPS) is a new eight-week program at Positive Living BC, by and for gay and bisexual HIV-positive men. This peer-facilitated program is an opportunity for participants to look at ways of...

Background Behavioral interventions have been effective at lowering HIV transmission rates in British Columbia. Along with treatment as prevention, they remain the cornerstone of HIV prevention. However, infection rates have plateaued for...

If this is a concern for you, feel free to chat with us or ask a question through this website. Common Concerns Notifying sex partners about a positive STI: The BC Centre for Disease Control, and public health nurses in each Health...

A list of websites, recommended by Island Sexual Health, for parents to use when talking with children about sex and sexual health.

Partners in a fluid bond may choose to continue having protected sex with other partners outside of the fluid bond. Some things to consider when adding new people to a fluid bond: Talk about who is currently in the fluid bond. Talk...

What you can say “Do you have a condom, or should I get one of mine?” “We can do other things if we don't have a condom.” “It's important to me that we use condoms. How can we make it work for both of us?” “I know we’ve already had...

The start of a new sexual relationship is a good time to talk about safer sex. Whether you are dating, hooking up or beginning a new relationship, you can plan for safer sex. Talk about safer sex Talking about safer sex beforehand can...

What you can say “I need to let you know I have the virus that causes _______. I use condoms, but let's talk about it”. “Before we have sex, I need to tell you something.  I found out I have _______.” “This is hard for me to talk...

Tips on talking to kids about sex Calling all parents - are you starting to think about having "The Talk" with your kids? Not sure where to start? SmartSexResource can help! Island Sexual Health Society has shared their top 10...

I’ve have oral gonorrhea I’ve had it for over a year but i wasn’t sure what it was and was to embarrassed to talk about it my throat is really bothering me and is swollen can my symptoms be reversed?