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Safer Sex Being trans can sometimes mean there is already a lot to talk about with new sexual partners without adding on safer sex.  But talking about protection and STI testing is an important way to lower your chances of STIs. With...

For some people, the idea of coming out can be scary. They may fear negative reactions or rejection from friends and family. Societal attitudes and discrimination can make coming out harder.For others, coming out is a very positive...

Asex: Having no obvious sex or sex organs. Asexual can also refer to a person who does not experience sexual attraction. Assigned female at birth (AFAB): People who are declared to be female at birth based on how their genitals appear, and...

Sexual desire and pleasure spans a lifetime; it is not uncommon for people to masturbate from their teens into late adulthood. Your sexual desires may also change over time, and masturbation is a great way to explore different kinds of...

Some common terms used to describe sexual orientation: Bisexual – attracted to both sexes Heterosexual/straight – attracted to a different sex Homosexual – attracted to the same sex Lesbian –  women attracted to women Gay –...

Vaccines are made from weakened or killed bacteria or virus. When a person is given a vaccine, the body's immune system responds to the ‘invading’ germs. The body creates anti-bodies to the bacteria or virus which protect the person...

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...

Sexual assault is any kind of sexual act that you did not consent to. This can include everything from unwanted kissing, to groping, to forced oral, vaginal or anal penetration. It may include physical violence or not. Sometimes...

Tucking is practiced by trans-feminine or other gender diverse people for a variety of reasons. Tucking may help to reduce dysphoria, make people feel more at ease in their bodies, and affirm their gender. Tucking can also be done for...

Background Chest binding refers to the mechanical compression of breast tissue, often through the use of sports bras, ace bandages, or specialized compression garments. Binding is most commonly practiced by female-assigned-at birth or...

Background Transgender people have unique health needs, particularly in regards to sexual health and HIV care. When combined with barriers to care, including fear of disclosure and real or perceived discrimination within social and health...

In British Columbia, trans* and gender diverse** folks face multiple barriers when accessing health care, especially related to sexuality and sexual health. There remains a pervasive lack of understanding and knowledge on transgender lives...

Still Here is a Canada-wide survey celebrating the resilience of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and two-spirit (LGBTQ2S) community. It is administered by the Still Here Project at the School of Nursing at the University of...

This workshop is presented by Gender Diversity Consultant, Lukas Walther.  It is intended for all mental health practitioners interested in working with this extraordinarily diverse and complex population, and in developing confidence...

What is Bifocus? Bifocus is a Vancouver-based, peer-led social and support group for bisexuals and non-monosexuals. Non-monosexual may be defined as anyone who experiences their sexuality or attraction as connected to people of more than...

PART 2 – Systems and Procedures Traditionally, medical systems and procedures have not considered the needs of trans clients. Some simple changes to existing protocols can make services more accessible and trans-friendly. Procedures in the...

Background STI/HIV incidence continues to rise, particularly among subgroups of young men who have sex with men. New STI/HIV interventions are being created to address the escalating needs of young men. However, few studies have examined...

Harm Reduction Services at the BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) is in search of transgender, Two-Spirit, and/or gender diverse folks to participate in a series of two 2-hour focus groups to inform changes to our service delivery. Our...

Background Men who have sex with men (MSM) represent almost half of new HIV infections in Canada each year. However, the vast majority of research on HIV testing among MSM has been conducted in major urban centres. The main objectives of...

Background Sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections (STBBI), and mental health and substance misuse problems co-occur at elevated rates in particular socially-marginalized sub-populations (e.g., sexual and gender minorities). This...