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Bareback and restless 
Explores issues surrounding premeditated, unprotected anal sex (barebacking) among gay men, including the challenges of safer sex promotion, and misinformation among gay men about HIV positive status. Discusses the eroticization of HIV as well as the wilful transmission (gift-giving) and reception of HIV.
Source: AlterHéros
How risky is anal sex? 
Discusses the risk of HIV infection and the spread of other infections, including hepatitis, genital warts, chlamydia, and gonorrhea when engaging in anal sex. Lists ways to make anal sex safer. Includes links to related resources. Created for the CHN by the HIV/AIDS Affiliate.
Source: Canadian Health Network (CHN)
From: FAQs: HIV/AIDS
Lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV) 
Discusses the recent rise in lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV) infections, symptoms of LGV, complications, and how to reduce the risk of infection.
Source: Health Canada
From: It's your health: diseases
Nonoxynol-9 (January 2003) 
Discusses the risks associated with rectal and vaginal use of the spermicide nonoxynol-9 (N-9). Counters the belief that N-9 provides extra protection against HIV and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) when used rectally and explains why it may even increase the risk of infection.
Source: Canadian AIDS Society (CAS)
Safer sex 
Defines safer sex, and discusses how to protect yourself from the risks associated with different kinds of sex. Discusses the importance of honest communication with a partner in practicing safer sex.
Source: womenshealthmatters.ca at Women's College Hospital
From: Sexual health centre
What is barebacking? 
Discusses the risks involved during unprotected anal intercourse between men. Includes links to related resources. Created for the CHN by the HIV/AIDS Affiliate.
Source: Canadian Health Network (CHN)
From: FAQs: HIV/AIDS
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