Sex through all stages of life Yes – your grandparents are probably still having sex! As are your parents. Let’s be honest, none of us would be here if that was not the case at some point. But the truth is, age does not have to stop anyone from enjoying having sex. Our sexual health is an important part of our lives regardless of age. But the natural aging process does impact our physiological make up, which then can impact... Continue reading
Social norms have created a cloak of secrecy and shame around many things associated with sex. This includes our sexual health, something that needs to be cared for no differently than our physical or emotional health. Yet when shame and stigma is attached to our sexual wellness, we oft times attach it to our sexual illness and further exacerbate our negative feelings. We need to work on promoting awareness and education to all in order to help remove the stigma... Continue reading
Except when it is an STI! It is easy to get caught up in the moment but when that moment can result in a lifetime of something you would rather avoid you really need to plan ahead. Foreplay needs forethought! Prevention isn’t an accident. So, what can you do to help take care of your sexual health? There are many different things to do to take charge of one’s health, whether one’s physical, emotional, sexual, or mental health. But they... Continue reading
How to Begin the Testing Path We have all heard how testing is an important component of our Sexual Health, but often times we do not know where to get tested. Testing is available in many places within Canada. You can begin by asking your doctor, going to a clinic or public health facility for guidance. Testing is free in Canada at many facilities including family doctors’ offices, walk-in clinics, sexual health clinics, and other public health units and community... Continue reading
In July of 2019 the Government of Canada created a 5-year plan to reduce the impact on Canadian’s health by 2030. This plan, “Accelerating our response: Government of Canada five-year action plan on sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections”, is built on the foundation to increase the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of STIs and Blood Borne infections in Canada and is in response to the growing number and epidemic proportions of STIs in Canada. What are the Goals? The three main... Continue reading
Maintaining your overall health is an important part of everyone’s life, and sexual health plays a large role in that. Today, we are specifically looking at the cervix and cervical health, and some ways you can keep yourself healthier and safer! What is the cervix? The cervix is the lowest part of the uterus, and attaches the uterus to the vagina. There are two different parts of the cervix; the endocervix, which acts as a kind of tunnel from the... Continue reading
Trichomoniasis, otherwise known as Trich, is a sexually transmitted disease caused by a parasite. It is one of the more common and curable of STIs. The biggest problem being that many folks are unaware that they have it! This lack of awareness allows STIs to spread with new partners or lead to some heath issues. Although usually asymptomatic, there can be a range of symptoms in men and women, and they usually will happen 5-28 days after getting infected. These... Continue reading
There are all types of condoms, manufactured with different materials and by different manufacturers around the world. And EVERY one of them expires. Condoms are a medical device and as such, have a shelf life for both effectiveness and quality. Why? Well mostly because of the materials they are made from. Whether it is latex, polyisoprene, polyurethane, nitrile, or lambskin, they all have a lifespan for peak effectiveness. After that lifespan is met, they begin to degrade. No different than... Continue reading
There haven’t always been tongue-in-cheek ads about condoms in the media. It wasn’t too long ago that print, radio, or television ads for condoms were extremely rare, or flat out banned. Even though condoms promote safer sexual activity, they’ve been shunned and silenced for too long when it comes to marketing and open discussion in media. This has also impacted accessibility to certain sexual wellness products. In the US, only one in three men say they use condoms some of... Continue reading
Conversations concerning sex and sexual wellness are unfortunately still not as open as they need to be. Many people are uncomfortable discussing sexuality, sexual wellness, and, ultimately then, sexual health. This includes STIs, which continue to be surrounded with a myriad of myths and misconceptions. The internet, although oft times a helpful tool, can also be a breeding ground of misinformation. It is important to always check that your sources are reliable when using the internet. And if not sure,... Continue reading
Our sexuality is truly a multi-faceted entity. It is not simply one thing. Sexuality is complex. It is not static and can change over time as we do. And it can certainly impact our sexual health if we are not in tune with it in a healthy fashion. Our sexuality is not simply sexual activity. It is reflection of who we are, our identity and our being. It is an important and dynamic part of everyone. Sexuality The World Health... Continue reading
Condoms Condoms have had a very colorful and sometimes controversial history, especially in North America. Condoms, in varying forms, and other means of birth control have been around for centuries. Early contraceptives were made from materials on hand ranging from animal dung, horns, animal intestines, to seaweed. But they did not come neatly packaged in paper or foils. That only really began in the late 1830s with the invention of vulcanized rubber and the massive impact it had on the... Continue reading
How to use a what? Oral Barriers are also known as dams or dental dams. But knowing their different names does not always help people know what they actually are or what they actually do. What is an oral barrier or dam? A dam is a sheet of latex or polyisoprene (non-latex) that is used as a barrier when performing oral-vaginal or oral-anal sex. They are used to help reduce the transmission of infections that can occur during these activities.... Continue reading
A Condom by Any Other Name…. Sex is a universal activity. Regardless of nationality, it is a natural and healthy activity in our lives. Safer sex is also something that people around the world strive to achieve, either to reduce the risk of an unwanted pregnancy or aid in the prevention of a sexually transmitted infection (STI). A combination of historical events, openness about sexual health, and social mores of different cultures have resulted in many unique names for a... Continue reading
Silicone shortage’s effect on condom and lubricant production? Silicone is in many of the items that we use daily. It is a synthetic compound that is manufactured by industries around the world. Many people mainly think of it as the silicon chip in computers and other technology. But it is also used in sealants, adhesives, lubricants, medical applications, cookware, and insulation. Yes, it is even in personal lubricant! Silicone shortages are occurring as result of Covid impacts on both production... Continue reading
Safer Sex Can Be Fun Sometimes we may feel that safety is all about restricting what we view as our enjoyment of some things. But when it comes to sexual activities, that is absolutely not the case! There are many different products that can assist in everyone having safer sex that can also be fun. The products for safer sex have expanded over the years to incorporate many unique aspects that help to meet many different individual needs. What Is... Continue reading
What is Latex Latex is a naturally occurring substance that is found beneath the bark of the rubber tree. This milky white substance is harvested by tapping the trees. The bark is scored and peeled back to create a channel that allows the sap to run into buckets attached to the trees. This is collected and then processed into latex that is used in many common day-to-day items. Latex possesses a great many attributes that allow it to be... Continue reading
There are many options available to you when considering what types of birth control you should use, and there are methods for you to keep yourself protected that do not require a prescription from your doctor. In this blog we’ll go over birth control options that you can purchase over the counter. Male Condoms A male condom is a thin sheath placed over the erect penis. When left in place during sexual intercourse, oral sex or anal sex, male condoms... Continue reading
There are many types of condoms available to meet everyone’s needs. And, unfortunately, there are also as many myths and misconceptions associated with condoms as well! Sadly, with the stigma that still surrounds sexual health, many false beliefs are circulated as “fact” when they are truly fiction. False information on the internet, talking with others who may not have the facts, fear of asking a question, and shame still surrounding sexual activities, all lead to misinformation. And even worse, this... Continue reading
Condoms are one of those things we often just buy without thinking about everything that happens before they end up on the shelf of a store. Where are they coming from? Who makes them? How are they made? Why are they medical devices? Testing…. what testing? There are so many different steps and processes involved in getting a condom from the sap of a tree to something for enhancing pleasure and offering protection. Condom Manufacturer Karex is the world’s largest... Continue reading
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