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Birth control 
Discusses birth control options for women with diabetes. Provides information on using different types of birth control pills and discusses the effects of oral contraceptives on blood glucose and on the risk of heart disease and stroke.
Source: womenshealthmatters.ca at Women's College Hospital
From: Reproductive and sexual health
Erectile dysfunction - learning the causes and what you can do 
Defines erectile dysfunction and describes its prevalence, its physical and psychological causes and how it may be diagnosed and treated.
Source: College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC)
Erectile problems can point to heart disease  
Refers to a study that looked at the link between erectile problems and heart disease or heart disease risk factors. Suggests that men who seek treatment for erectile dysfunction stand a better chance of preventing heart disease.
Source: Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada (HSFC)
Intimate relationships 
Discusses how emotional and physical changes following a stroke may affect sexual desire and activity. Offers suggestions on how to return to a satisfying sex life.
Source: Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada (HSFC)
From: Stroke
Natural health product Libidfit may pose health risks 
Presents side-effects and related information. Details which kinds of medical conditions are at special risk from using this product.
Source: Health Canada
Sexual activity 
Provides answers to frequently asked questions and offers general guidelines for patients resuming sexual activity after having been diagnosed with a heart problem, or following a heart event.
Source: University of Ottawa, Heart Institute (UOHI)
From: Living with heart disease
Sexual activity and heart disease 
Describes cardiovascular diseases, such as atherosclerosis, high blood pressure, and breathing problems, in relation to sexual activity.
Source: Canadian Cardiac Rehabilitation Foundation
Sexuality & chronic illness and/or disability 
Details the impact of different disabilities and illnesses on sexuality, fertility, pregnancy, birthing, and contraception. Considers the implications of amputations, arthritis, cardiac and pulmonary disease, cerebrovascular accident, diabetes, multiple sclerosis, head and spinal cord injury, and neuromuscular disease.
Source: Calgary Health Region
Sexuality and diabetes 
Examines some of the physical and emotional issues associated with diabetes that may affect a woman's enjoyment of sex. Discusses the impact of infections, high blood glucose, reduced vaginal lubrication, heart or kidney disease, fear of hypoglycemia and weight issues.
Source: womenshealthmatters.ca at Women's College Hospital
From: Reproductive and sexual health
Sexuality and stroke 
Looks at the challenges faced when resuming sexual activity following a stroke, and includes information about emotional barriers, physical changes, relationship changes, open communication, and sexual expression.
Source: Stroke Recovery Canada
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