STIs
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As syphilis cases spike, Ottawa vows more funds in STI strategy resetOttawa is dedicating $1.45 million to go towards community-based organizations to create and deliver resources and activities to raise awareness around syphilis.CanadaFeb 27
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Northern Saskatchewan combatting rise in sexually-transmitted infectionsThe medical health officer with Saskatchewan's Northern Inter-Tribal Health Authority says there's a variety of reasons for the current increase in sexually transmitted infections.HealthJul 28, 2023
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How a 50-year-old antibiotic may help tackle Canada’s growing STI problemDoxycycline is an antibiotic that has been sold for more than 50 years. Health officials are now studying its effectiveness in preventing certain sexually transmitted infections.HealthApr 15, 2023
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France to make condoms free for 18- to 25-year-oldsIn an attempt to quell the spread of sexually transmitted infections in the country, condoms will be available at no cost to people 18 to 25 years old starting Jan. 1.LifestyleDec 9, 2022
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Sexually transmitted infections on the rise in Simcoe Muskoka, health unit saysThe health unit said before 2019, the region would average less than 10 cases per year. However, that number rose to 50 cases in 2021.HealthMay 4, 2022
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Koala chlamydia vaccine being tested in zoo to help save speciesHalf of koalas in some areas suffer from chlamydia, which can cause infertility, researchers say. They hope the vaccine will improve the species' chances of survival.EnvironmentOct 18, 2021
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HPEPH urges increased screening after rise in STIs in regionThe health unit says cases of syphilis, gonorrhea and HIV are rising locally, and urge those who are having unprotected sex to get tested.CanadaJul 29, 2021
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Calgary-based advocacy group submits application for harm-reduction site in LethbridgeA group from Calgary is looking to reduce harm in Lethbridge by opening a space to provide clean needles, sex education and more.HealthFeb 5, 2021
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Sex hygiene: Best ways to stay fresh when getting friskyFrom washing sex toys to trimming nails, here are some sex tips to keep in mind.HealthSep 1, 2019
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Syphilis outbreak declared in Alberta amid ‘rapid increase’ in casesAlberta has seen a "sharp increase" in the infectious and congenital syphilis rates, leading the province's chief medical officer of health to declare a provincial outbreak.CanadaJul 16, 2019
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