Safe Sex Safe Sex Understanding Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) Sex is a natural part of life, but unsafe sex can expose you to serious health risks. One of the biggest risks is getting a sexually transmitted infection (STI), which is an infection passed from one person to another through sexual contact. This can happen through…
Birth Control (Contraception) What is birth control (contraception)? Birth control is any method used to prevent pregnancy. It allows individuals and couples to decide when and how many children they want to have. There are different types of birth control methods, including condoms, birth control pills, injectables, intrauterine devices (IUDs), and permanent surgical methods like…
Abortion Understanding Abortion: What every African should know What is abortion? Abortion is when a pregnancy ends before the baby is developed enough to survive outside the womb. In Ghana, this is considered before 28 weeks of pregnancy. Most abortions happen within the first 12 weeks. Abortion can happen naturally (miscarriage) or be done intentionally…
Condom What is a condom? A condom is a simple and effective tool for preventing both unintended pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections (STIs), including HIV. Condoms work as a protective barrier, stopping sperm from reaching an egg during sex. They also prevent direct skin contact and the exchange of body fluids that can spread infections….