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Syphilis: don't turn a blind eye  PDF
Presents a pamphlet on syphilis and its prevention. Discusses when to get tested, which sexual partners should be informed, how syphilis is treated, and how to prevent it. Link requires PDF reader.
Source: Agence de la santé et des services sociaux de Montréal, Santé publique
Gay men's health: are you negative about positives? 
Raises awareness of HIV-related stigma and discrimination through an on-line campaign aimed at re-evaluating beliefs, increasing understanding of the disease, and adopting positive attitudes towards people living with HIV/AIDS.
Source: AIDS Coalition of Nova Scotia (ACNS)
Safer sex 
Contains a set of fact sheets on safer sex. Subjects include condoms, general tips, HIV/AIDS, HIV status, oral sex, relationships, sadomasochism, sexually transmitted diseases, and safer sex for bisexuals, gays, and lesbians. Some content in Portuguese.
Source: AIDS Committee of Toronto (ACT)
Young, proud, safe: a safer sex guide for young gay and bi men 
Examines the myths and the reality of HIV infection among young men who have sex with men. Explains the risk of HIV transmission associated with various sexual activities, and offers tips on how to stay safe. Lists Toronto area health information and counselling services.
Source: AIDS Committee of Toronto (ACT)
Renewing HIV prevention for gay and bisexual men: a research report on safer sex practices among high-risk men and men in couples in Toronto  PDF
Investigates why some gay and bisexual men engage in unprotected sex through a series of in-depth interviews conducted with men at risk of HIV infection in Toronto. Looks at the social circumstances and reasoning processes associated with unsafe sex practices. Link requires PDF reader.
Source: AIDS Committee of Toronto (ACT)
HIV/AIDS statistics 
Provides links to HIV/AIDS statistics emphasizing various demographic groups and geographical regions in Canada.
Source: AIDS Committee of Toronto (ACT)
Gay health: beyond HIV prevention and the pec deck  PDF
Examines what it means to be healthy and gay in a world that includes HIV/AIDS and the AIDS cocktail. Considers how a range of medical and social issues impact on gay health, including HIV and its treatments, sexually transmitted infections, depression, body image and discrimination. Link requires PDF reader.
Source: AIDS Vancouver
Abuse in same-sex and LGBTQ relationships  PDF
Describes the types of violence and abuse that may occur in these relationships. Discusses the impact of violence on children. Suggests what to do if violence occurs or is suspected, including making a safety plan and finding support. Link requires PDF reader.
Source: Alberta Children’s Services
Abuse in same-sex and LGBTQ relationships: information sheet  PDF
Defines intimate partner violence in non-traditional relationships. Examines societal factors that may prevent a person from disclosing abuse and proposes nine things to do if he or she is being abused. Link requires PDF reader.
Source: Alberta Children’s Services
International resource  Homosexuality: facts for teens 
Describes what it means to be homosexual and examines causes. Stresses that homosexuality is not a disease. Defines homophobia and explains how to cope with the discovery of your sexual orientation
Source: American Academy of Family Physicians
From: International resource
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