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Health is a core pillar of Xtra’s content … sexual health, mental health, trans health, reproductive health. From our recurring Ask an Expert series to our Ask Kai sex and relationship advice column to in-depth features on breaking medical news, we take a serious, science-based, shame-free approach to all aspects of your health.
HIV advocates say press release policy pushes HIV stigma and alienates queer people
Maclean’s just published an anti-scientific article on PrEP
Is the Department of Justice asleep at the wheel?
Vancouver study peers into the lives and troubles of trans MSM
Gay men in Vancouver get together to discuss solutions to the crisis
Sherbourne Health Centre has upgraded its one-of-a-kind short-term care program
Who doesn’t masturbate with a new sexy toy in their mother’s basement on Christmas Eve?
The clock can be your best friend — or your worst enemy
There’s a misconception that bi people are just going through a phase — but what if our doctors believe it too?
Men who have sex with men may be at an increased risk if a condom breaks. Could PrEP help prevent this?
People who had fertility treatments as far back as 2007 can ask for a re-assessment by the end of 2017
Condoms are supposed to be 98 to 99 percent effective when used correctly. Mine broke — so what happened?
Gilead’s latest antiretroviral drug claims lower side effects, but what about the cost?
Why we need more positive resources for men who have sex with men
While their guidelines are effective, they sometimes don’t feel realistic for queer people
Critics challenge Liberals’ new LGBT advisor on slow-moving change
Investigation reveals claims by trans women of sexual assault while in male prison wards, deadnaming by staff and housing of female trans inmates with violent criminals
Some Canadians who can’t access PrEP are finding ways to seek alternatives
