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Roma Dhamanaskar
May 27, 20217 min read
Help! My vagina smells like a... vagina?
Often, the healthcare-related questions we ask do not have simple answers. What happens during my period? Should I do a breast self-exam?...
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Brittany Pompilii
May 25, 20219 min read
C-Section versus Vaginal Birth: When is one preferred over the other?
My name is Brittany Pompilii and my pronouns are she/her. I reside on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee, Anishinabewaki,...
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Brittany Pompilii
May 18, 20216 min read
What is a birth plan and should I make one?
TLDR: A birth plan is a written document that outlines preferences and requests a pregnant person has for before, during, and after...
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Roma Dhamanaskar
May 18, 20219 min read
How to make a birth plan and advocate for your needs during pregnancy
TLDR: In this article, we will review how to make a birth plan and how to advocate for your birth plan. To learn more about what a birth...
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Kyra Keer
Apr 20, 202110 min read
Emergency Contraceptives: What are they and how can I access them?
TLDR: There are three types of oral emergency contraceptive options (LNG pills, Yupze method, and Ella), plus the copper intrauterine...
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Roma Dhamanaskar
Apr 15, 20215 min read
What is the difference between adenomyosis and endometriosis?
TLDR: This piece examines two conditions that both involve the endometrial tissue of the uterus and have overlapping symptoms;...
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Han Wellings
Mar 13, 202113 min read
What causes my PMS?
Hi readers, my name is Hannah (she/they) and I am the author of this piece. I want to acknowledge my position as a white-passing,...
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Roma Dhamanaskar
Mar 2, 20218 min read
Accessing gynaecological care in Canada
TLDR: This post will outline how to access gynaecological care in Canada. For a brief overview, you can access gynaecological care in the...
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Brittany Pompilii
Feb 19, 202110 min read
Reporting Sexual Assault in Canada
If you are in immediate danger, please dial 9-1-1. If in Nunavut, call your local RCMP detachment. See local numbers by clicking here....
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Brittany Pompilii
Feb 19, 20212 min read
Levels of Sexual Assault in Canada
If you are in immediate danger, please dial 9-1-1. If in Nunavut, call your local RCMP detachment. See local numbers by clicking here....
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Brittany Pompilii
Feb 19, 202111 min read
Everything You Need to Know About Sexual Assault Evidence Kits
If you are in immediate danger, please dial 9-1-1. If in Nunavut, call your local RCMP detachment. See local numbers by clicking here....
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Kyra Keer
Feb 12, 20215 min read
Understanding the Differences Between Birth Control Pills and the Hormones Used
Illustrations by Alex McPhail, BA (Hons) Executive Summary: There are two main types of birth control pills - combination pills and...
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Emily Clark
Jan 21, 20215 min read
Can you skip your sugar pills?
Illustrated by Hannah Boonstra, BSc Executive Summary: Yes, the research indicates that it is safe to skip your sugar pill. Keep reading...
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Roma Dhamanaskar
Jan 1, 202110 min read
Understanding Breast Self-Examinations (BSE)
Breast self-examination (BSE) is a physical exam that anyone with breasts can conduct at home.
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Kayla Benjamin
Sep 20, 20201 min read
Who needs to get a pap test?
A Pap test looks for abnormal cells in the cervix, meaning only individuals with a cervix should be getting a pap test.
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Kayla Benjamin
Sep 20, 20202 min read
Considering a Copper IUD?
Copper IUDs are often used by individuals who want to avoid hormone-based contraception.
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Kayla Benjamin
Sep 20, 20201 min read
Why is penetrative sex painful for me?
Dyspareunia, or pain during penetrative intercourse, is more common than you might think and will likely have an existing solution. There...
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