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Information for youth on sexually transmitted infections (STI’s), also called sexually transmitted diseases or STD’s, including signs and symptoms, treatment options, and how to protect yourself and STI clinics in your province.
STI's are caused by different organisms, usually bacteria or viruses, and have a wide variety of symptoms. Some can be cured with antibiotics. Others cannot be cured, only controlled. This link provides an overview on the most common infections including chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV, hepatitis B, genital herpes and Human Papilloma virus (HPV).
Source: Government of Ontario
Take this quiz by yourself or with a loved one - or send it to someone you care about. It is designed to help you test whether you're up-to-date when it comes to assessing your risk of exposure to an STI.
Source: The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada
If you having sex, or thinking about having sex you need to know how to avoid sexually transmitted infections. (also called sexually transmitted diseases or STD)
Source: Public Health Agency of Canada
Learn about the different types of STI's, their symptoms, causes and what to do if you catch one.Test your knowledge of STI's by completing a quiz
Source: The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada
STI symptoms are different depending on the disease. Many STIs have no symptoms at all. STDs can also have symptoms that are similar to other diseases that have nothing to do with sex. If you think you may have been at risk for an STI, check out this site for a list of symptoms.
Source: Government of Ontario
STIs are highly preventable, and it is your responsibility to protect yourself! Confused about how to act? Read on, for the facts?
Source: The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada
Most experts agree that having unprotected oral sex is not as risky as having unprotected anal or vaginal intercourse. But oral sex is not risk free. Read on to see who is at risk and what increases the risk of HIV getting into your bloodstream.
Source: Canadian Health Network
Links to a variety of resources on sexually transmitted diseases
Source: Canadian Health Network
Fact sheets on a variety of STD's including Chlamydia, Genital Herpes, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, Pubic Lice/Crabs, Scabies and Vaginal Discharge/Vaginitis
Source: Calgary Regional Health Authority
Confused by terms? Check out this an alphabetical list of useful definitions and teen slang on body parts and treatment terms.
Source: Teen Health Website, Nova Scotia
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