Sexual health centres need money to survive

We are currently advocating for increased funding to sexual health non-profits here in Nova Scotia—including here on the South Shore. A little background: Sexual Health Nova Scotia, our parent organization, applies annually for a discretionary grant through the provincial Department of Health and Wellness. It’s my understanding this discretionary grant no longer exists for new …

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We’re hiring board members!

Our annual general meeting is just around the corner, and we’re looking for enthusiastic, like-minded folks who want to make their community sex positive and just a little more awesome. Duties & Responsibilities Championing our mission and core values, such as being sex positive, pro-choice, and social justice minded. Preparing for and regularly attending board …

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Boric acid goes where now?

boric acid: a white acid that is used as a weak antiseptic and fire retardant (noun) For better or worse, people get medical content from social media. Let’s just say it isn’t always, um, accurate. First off, we always recommend talking to your medical professional prior to taking or inserting any substance, even natural ones. …

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Job Ad for Part Time Student

Community Programs Director Are you a student who is passionate about sexual health and education? Then work with South Shore Sexual Health this fall and winter! We offer education, programming, and resources on sexual and reproductive health. We are pro-choice, youth friendly, and 2SLGBTQAP-positive. We believe everyone should have access to quality, non-judgmental sexual health …

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Test driving the new HIV self test

Many of us in the sexual health field are super jazzed about the brand new HIV self tests on the market. South Shore Sexual Health is participating in TWO research studies that are making the test kits available for free so you can test confidentially in any location you feel safe. One of the studies …

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