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25.01.2022 (CW: miscarriage / pregnancy loss)

24.01.2022 Via Instagram Artsy Affirmations

23.01.2022 "Brave is condescending. It is shame repackaged as respect. Unwrap the words, and you’ll feel their sting. Instead of brave, I’d rather be thought of as kind. Thoughtful. Fierce. I’d rather any other word because then it feels as though you are listening. Not just hearing about an illness and making a judgment."

23.01.2022 Protesting outside South Australian abortion clinics has been outlawed after new laws passed the Upper House in State Parliament late last night. SA is the second last Australian jurisdiction to introduce similar laws, with WA still debating the issue. "Abortion care is health care, and this legislation takes us one step towards finally treating it as such."

21.01.2022 "Latoya hopes young people struggling with their own identity will draw inspiration from her part in the seven-episode project by Thorne Harbour Health, especia...lly those in the transgender community. "We have been so pushed aside for many years and you can see that we are starting to be more visible," she said. "We are like anyone else and we need to be seen more and accepted more"." *** You can watch Latoya's episode of The Bent Spoon here: https://youtu.be/pDXL_ISE1aE And watch tonight's episode of The Bent Spoon to meet Sei -the current reigning Miss Samoa Fa'afafine for Victoria ! Keep your eye on the livestream on the Thorne Harbour Health facebook page, starting at 6 PM Adelaide time.

21.01.2022 That feeling when you surround yourself with caring and supportive people. (Image source unknown)

20.01.2022 Every video call, ever. (Via Instagram Easy Pieces Comic)

18.01.2022 'Toxic Positivity’ Is Real and It’s a Big Problem During the Pandemic "With toxic positivity, negative emotions are seen as inherently bad. Instead, positivity and happiness are compulsively pushed, and authentic human emotional experiences are denied, minimized, or invalidated. The pressure to appear ‘OK’ invalidates the range of emotions we all experience, says Carolyn Karoll, a psychotherapist. [Toxic positivity] is invalidating the real hardships people face, especi...ally during this time, she says. Putting one foot in front of the other is an accomplishment for many during this global pandemic. Read more here: www.healthline.com//m/toxic-positivity-during-the-pandemic? ( image by NOTAVANDAL )

18.01.2022 It's our last one for 2020! Coming up on Thurs 29 & Fri 30 October. Did you know it's for anyone working with Aboriginal students - including all Aboriginal staff, teachers, wellbeing coordinators and FLO providers? More here: https://tinyurl.com/y6tsfdzr

18.01.2022 It's the dam! Dental dams are latex sheets that can work as a barrier to reduce the risk of STIs. They do so by covering the vulva or anus during oral sex. The dental dam is held over the genital area during oral sex from beginning to end so that there is no direct contact.... Dams can be purchased online or at certain pharmacies. You can also make one from a condom, as shown here: https://www.cdc.gov/condomeffectiveness/Dental-dam-use.html ( via @lezspreadtheword )

16.01.2022 "With each selfie, I felt more comfortable in my own body and discovered a freedom I’d never really felt before as a disabled woman. I want people to see me for a very practical reason: Society is never going to change its ableist views unless we normalize disabilities. And for that to happen, people actually need to see disabled people."

16.01.2022 "Larger male models have struggled for acceptance. But at the launch of the latest lingerie collection from Rihanna’s Savage X Fenty this month, there was a step forward in the normalisation of plus-size male body types."

15.01.2022 SHINE SA’s Cervical Screening Provider Course is open for enrolments. This course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to become a Cervical Screening Provider. It involves both a theory and clinical placement to ensure you benefit most from this course. We encourage all registered nurses, midwives, doctors, Aboriginal Health Practitioners and enrolled nurses to join.... Enrol now: www.shinesa.org.au/cour/cervical-screening-provider-course/

14.01.2022 On December 3rd we will be celebrating International Day of People with Disability #IDPwD An opportunity for schools, workplaces and the community to recognise and celebrate people living with disability. The International Day of People with Disability - Australia website provides toolkits and ideas on how you can get involved.... To learn more and be a part of it, please visit: www.idpwd.com.au/get-involved/

14.01.2022 "So, what can you do? I think the best option is to shift your focus from being intelligible to others to taking care of yourself. You will not be understood everywhere you go; your pain will not matter to everyone you know. What you can do is fence off the people who make you feel that way deny them access to your deepest self, and keep their judgment away from yours. You don’t think the way they do about what matters and how the world is, so you certainly don’t need to think the way they do about whether you’re wrong or bringing the mood down."

13.01.2022 What a day! The South Australian Government has just introduced a Bill to abolish the so-called "gay panic" defence to murder. Our laws must condemn prejudice,... not condone it. That’s why more than 25,000 people have signed the joint South Australian Rainbow Advocacy Alliance Inc and Equality Australia petition this week asking for the removal of the defence, and for stronger laws to protect victims of hate crime. We welcome the introduction of this legislation and hope that the SA Parliament will consider amendments to protect all victims of hate crimes in sentencing decisions. Can you show your support and sign the petition? https://www.change.org/p/protect-lgbtiq-people-from-hate-cr

13.01.2022 Today marks the beginning of Trans Awareness Week (November 13-19) It is an opportunity to raise awareness and bring everyone together to stand up and support the trans and gender diverse community. This week we aim to educate others on the issues around prejudice, discrimination, and violence the trans community experience.... Become a trans ally and join us in celebrating Tran Awareness Week! (Photo Credit: GLAAD)

12.01.2022 "The study was the first to show that HPV vaccination helped protect against invasive cervical cancer, not just cervical pre-cancer." (CN: gendered language)

12.01.2022 Feeling very seen. ( via Instagram @poorlydrawnlines )

12.01.2022 Closing soon! If you’re a regional GP in South Australia don’t miss out on our FREE tailored training sessions. The ‘Your Questions Answered! - Sexual Health Education Series for Country GPs’ will be offered on the fourth Wednesday of each month between February 2021 and June 2021. These sessions will be offered via Zoom and will be presented by Sexual Health Physician Dr Carole Khaw. Please complete this short survey to express interest and ensure the timing and topic...s of these sessions meet your needs. Express interest before 17 Feb 2021: www.surveymonkey.com/r/CountryEducationSeries * This event is made possible by funding from Country SA PHN *

11.01.2022 Are you an educator working with young Aboriginal people SHINE SA’s Teaching It Like It Is Aboriginal: Relationships & Sexual Health Education Course fo...r Aboriginal Students is a 2-day interactive course designed to increase the confidence and capacity of educators to speak about all things sexual health. Don’t miss out, the course will be held on October 29-30. Enrol now: www.shinesa.org.au//relationships-sexual-health-education- See more

11.01.2022 It's still happening this year! Check out the Feast website for details.

10.01.2022 ICYMI: Paid advocacy opportunity! Community Advisory Group Members will receive an honorarium for meetings. SARAA has received support from the Department of Hu...man Services to establish our first Community Advisory Group! The CAG will help SARAA lobby the State Government on issues that matter to LGBTIQ+ South Australians, including discrimination, homelessness, mental health, hate crimes and more. You need only commit to one meeting every 2 months starting in December 2020, and people of all genders, ages, backgrounds, and abilities are encouraged to apply. The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the form at this link: https://forms.gle/hkfK9AyZJgGrKqpKA Applications close 5pm Friday, November 20. We look forward to receiving yours! If you need the form in an alternative format or need help filling it out, contact our project officer, Kelly on 0434 231 698 or [email protected] Image: people of different genders and skin colours old flags representing different LGBTIQ+ identities. The text reads "Fly the flag for your community. Join our advisory group."

10.01.2022 A message we can get behind. Via Instagram Gemma Correll

09.01.2022 Don’t be alarmed, a small amount of blood after anal sex can be normal. Dr Amy says: It can be normal to bleed after anal sex, particularly the first time you try it. This is because small cuts or tears can occur inside the rectum and around the anus. The bleeding should stop after 1-2 days. If it doesn’t or is heavier/getting heavier you should see a doctor.... Bleeding can often be caused by too much friction, rough penetration or cuts from finger nails. It’s important to use plenty of lubricant and go slowly. The person providing anal sex should keep their nails trimmed and shouldn’t attempt full penetration straight away. Using fingers and butt plugs can be a way to prepare for anal sex. Sometimes small tears can develop into a chronic condition called anal fissures that need medication and sometimes surgery. Fissures can be associated with pain and bleeding when you do a poo so you should see a doctor if this is happening. Other things that cause bleeding after anal sex include haemorrhoids, overuse of enemas as well as some STIs so you should be checked for all of these if the bleeding persists. Want more? Ask Dr Amy is here to answer the questions you’re a little too shy to ask aloud. Submit your question here: www.shinesa.org.au/askdramy

09.01.2022 We're feeling personally attacked

08.01.2022 As educators we know that having resources readily available is key to making a lesson run smoothly. That's why we're excited to announce our new Teach It Like It Is: Primary Activity Packs for educators! These Packs have been carefully crafted to make teaching our lessons as easy as possible.... These Activity Packs are available to SA educators who have completed a 2-day Primary R&SH Course with our team: speak to your Schools Coordinator or call 8300 5353 to organise a Pack today.

08.01.2022 What does it mean to have meaningful connection? A meaningful connection is a two-way street. Both parties are getting something from the relationship. The meaning is key. The ability to share vulnerability, common interests, values, and interests are examples of meaning. A meaningful connection is the person you call or meet with if you are feeling anxious or upset. This is also the person you call when you have fantastic news that you cannot wait to share. You are interes...ted in their wellbeing, whether it be good or bad. Meaningful connections can be made at any time in our lives, whether we are 9 or 99. We don’t need to give up our superficial connections, but the saying quality over quantity does hold true. You can have a million connections, but there is more emotional value in just one meaningful connection. via Deborah Heiser Ph.D on Psychology Today. Art by @laurenphillips

08.01.2022 Dr Amy breaks down the ‘sexpectations’ around having sex for the first time in the latest blog post. Read now: www.shinesa.org.au/sexforthefirsttime #AskDrAmy

08.01.2022 2021 Reading List ideas? If you’re looking for something less abstract, we love this article on 10 steps towards mastering assertiveness in relationships: https://clintonpower.com.au//10-steps-for-mastering-asser/ Artwork via Instagram @m_d_n_f_

07.01.2022 "We are concerned there may be more of this GHB in the community and urgently warn anyone who has taken any liquid drug to present to their closest emergency department straight away, even if they feel well and have no symptoms."

07.01.2022 Today is World Mental Health Day, and the start of this year’s Mental Health Week. In 2020, talking about mental health is more important than ever. How will you look after your wellbeing this Mental Health Week? To find out more about mental health, and get involved with South Australia’s #MentalHealthWeek celebrations, visit www.mhcsa.org.au.

07.01.2022 SHINE SA’s Sexual Health Matters Clinical Podcast has published a NEW episode on IUD Myth Busting. We encourage all clinicians to listen as Dr Amy Moten and Dr Jessica Floreani break down the myths and misconceptions surrounding IUDs. Topics covered include the co-use of menstrual cups, IUD insertion tips, risks of infection, displacement and more.... Listen now: www.shinesa.org.au/webinars-podcasts/

07.01.2022 SHINE SA Hyde Street Practice has reopened! The practice has been renovated to create a more comfortable environment for clients and community members and increase disability access to the building. To book an appointment, please call: 7099 5320. Appointments are essential!... You can learn more about Hyde Street Practice here: www.shinesa.org.au/health-services/hyde-street-practice/

06.01.2022 Are you a clinician looking for some listening? SHINE SA's Sexual Health Matters - Clinical Podcast is perfect for you! It covers a range of topics including IUDs, chlamydia and providing contraception during COVID-19. Listen now: www.shinesa.org.au/webinars-podcasts

06.01.2022 "The doctors in the ER viewed me as a man, but to the point of neglecting the kind of man I am: one with a vagina."

05.01.2022 We thought this episode of The Bent Spoon was compelling viewing, for anyone interested in the intersections between queerness and ethnicity/culture/religion. A...nd also for anyone who loves a yummy dahl! The after-show discussion is really worth a watch, as well as the cooking. Esh, originally from Malaysia, was wonderful guest and as usual Miss Katalyna is on point with the hosting!

05.01.2022 SBS presents an episode of Insight on the topic of Sex and Disability. There are many misconceptions around people living with a disability and sexuality. This episode looks to teenagers living with a disability and how they discuss and express their desires around sex.

04.01.2022 The new ‘Rise’ non-binary peer workshop from Thorne Harbour Health is starting on the evening of Tuesday 17th November! It’s all online via Zoom, so part...icipants can join from any location. There is no cost. Rise peer workshops are for people under the non-binary and gender diverse umbrellas (including, but not limited to: genderqueer, genderfluid, agender, trans masc and trans femme). They are open to participants over 18 years of age. You can register your interest in Rise by completing the registration form here: https://thorneharbour.typeform.com/to/bzUzxw (via @devano23)

02.01.2022 Newsflash: virginity is a social construct! The idea of losing your virginity is a complete myth and can make it unnecessarily stressful when engaging with the act of having sex for the first time. Many people consider the act of sex as just penis in vagina or penis in the anus. However, sex can be any kind of intimate contact including things like oral sex, mutual masturbation, using sex toys, sexting, phone sex and more. Sex can be whatever you and your partner/s want it ...to be as long as everyone consents. You can read more about sex for this first time on our Ask Dr Amy blog: www.shinesa.org.au/sexforthefirsttime/ Art by @hannahcakekelley

02.01.2022 The ‘sexpectations’ we have around orgasms are endless. Luckily, Dr Amy is here to break down some of the expectations and pressures we have around sexual satisfaction. Read now: www.shinesa.org.au/sexpectations... #AskDrAmy

02.01.2022 Today! At Hyde Street, in the Community Room.

01.01.2022 Do you work with Aboriginal clients and want a greater understanding of LGBTIQA+ considerations? SHINE SA is presenting a live webinar 'Aboriginal LGBTQIA+' on 3 November. This free webinar will provide an overview of LGBTIQA+ considerations in Aboriginal communities. ... It will work through practical implications of gender and sexual diversity within a health and wellbeing setting. Enrol now: www.shinesa.org.au/events/aboriginal-lgbtqia

01.01.2022 Are you a health professional interested in contraception? We have a new podcast covering all you need to know about IUD myths. SHINE SA’s Dr Amy Moten and Dr Jessica Floreani break down the myths and misconceptions surrounding IUDs. Our podcast delves into the co-use of menstrual cups to IUD insertion tips, risks of infection, displacement and more. ... Listen now: www.shinesa.org.au/webinars-podcasts/

01.01.2022 "When I look around my friendship group and within society, so many young people's experiences are just not represented in the curriculum", says Tamsin. "Sex is a natural part of life, so why is it not taught adequately in schools?" Tamsin said teenagers were generally having sex for pleasure, but many schools treated sex as a primarily reproductive activity.... "The pleasure aspect is quite a large reason for young people having sex," she said.