Sexual Health

Pregnancy Planned and Unplanned

Pregnancy often comes with a mix of emotions, whether it’s planned or unexpected. When you learn you’re pregnant, consulting a healthcare provider early on can help ensure you have the information needed to make choices that feel right for you. Quality, evidence-based prenatal care supports a healthy journey and can improve perinatal outcomes. A healthcare provider can offer these services and guidance to support you every step of the way.

Visit the health center on campus for more information on pregnancy options (parenthood, abortion, and adoption) and services that are available for you. 
 

  • Health Centre offers free pregnancy testing
  • Inexpensive pregnancy tests are just as effective as more expensive options in detecting pregnancy if used after a missed period
  • Free pregnancy tests are available from the Campus Collective Centre in the Student Union Building Room SP150
  • Campus Collective Centre Social Media Pages:

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"Planning to become pregnant – or not to become pregnant – is a big decision for everyone.

Whether you’re Ready to have a baby or Not, preconception health promotes the steps that all people can take to be healthy now and in the future." -AHS 2024

Ready or Not Alberta

For more information visit AHS Prenatal

Sexual Violence

At the University of Lethbridge, we are committed to creating a safe and supportive culture that fosters healthy and meaningful experiences.

WE BELIEVE YOU, YOU MATTER, YOU ARE NOT ALONE.

For more information on sexual violence education, consent, reporting, support, and other resources, see

Uleth Sexual Violence Support and Education

Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)

Sex is a normal part of life, so it is important to know the best way to keep you and your partners healthy and safe when engaging in sexual activity. STIs are spread from person to person through the following ways: Unprotected sex (vaginal, anal or oral), skin to skin contact with the infected area, and sharing needles (injectable drugs, tattoos).

 

  • Itching, tingling, burning, or pain on/around the genitals
  • Sores, lumps, blisters, rashes, or warts on/around the genitals
  • General symptoms of infection such as fever, fatigue, discomfort, lack of energy
  • A change in vaginal discharge (color, odor, and consistency)
  • Pain during sexual intercourse
  • Pain when urinating

For more information on symptoms, see AHS STIs: Symptoms

  • Every 6 months when sexually active
  • Before and after each new partner
  • When you or your partner notice symptoms
  • If you know your current or past partner has or has had an STI
  • If you or your partner have been sexually active with other people
  • If you or your partner have shared needles

For more information visit:

Book an Appointment at uLeth Health Center

For more in-depth information about Sexually Transmitted and Blood-borne Infections (STBBI) regarding Primary and secondary prevention, Assessment and counseling, Screening and diagnostic testing, and Treatment and follow-up, see the STBBI Prevention Guide.