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Sexual Health Week (February 8-12th)
Sexual Health Awareness Week (Feb 8-12th)
What is Sexual Health?
Sexual Health is a state of physical, emotional, mental, and social well-being that requires a positive and respectful approach to sexuality and relationships.
Sexual Health is done by having safe and pleasurable sexual experiences free from coercion, violence and discrimination.
The sexual rights of all persons must be respected and protected in order for sexual health to be attained and maintained.
Eating Disorder Awareness Week ( Feb 23th- Mar 1st)
What Is an Eating Disorder?
It is a serious mental illness, not a lifestyle choice, they can affect anyone regardless of age, gender or body size.
In fact, eating disorders have one of the highest mortality rates of any mental illness.
More than 1.7 million Canadians are affected by this illness.
Remember you are not alone, asking for help is a sign of strength not weakness.
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