New funding of $2.45 million to support the priorities of the Action Plan. Ottawa – Sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections (STBBI) are largely preventable, treatable, and in many cases curable. However, rates of sexually transmitted infections in Canada have increased over the last decade—gonorrhea rates have doubled since 2012, and syphilis rates are five times what they were. That is why today, …
Ottawa – Every year in February, we mark Sexual Health Week in Canada to raise awareness and promote resources to improve sexual health. This year’s theme “Sexual Health is for Everyone” emphasizes that sexual health is an important part of our overall health, at all ages. We also know that 2SLGBTQI+, Indigenous, Black and racialized communities, people with disabilities, immigrants and migrants, …
Ottawa – The Government of Canada is committed to working with partners and stakeholders across the country in support of the global goal of ending viral hepatitis, HIV and other sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections (STBBI) as public health threats. The contribution of community-based organizations is central to Canada’s ability to achieve these targets. Projects funded by the HIV and Hepatitis …
Ottawa – On World Hepatitis Day, people in Canada and across the globe are raising awareness about viral hepatitis and embracing this year’s theme “We’re Not Waiting”, acknowledging the urgent need for testing and treatment for those living with viral hepatitis. Viral hepatitis is preventable, treatable and in many cases curable. However, viral hepatitis is one of the leading causes …
Yellowknife – Sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections (STBBI) are preventable, treatable and in many cases curable. However, these infections remain a significant public health concern in Canada and around the world. Michael McLeod, Member of Parliament for Northwest Territories, on behalf of Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Health, announced $1 million, through the HIV and Hepatitis C Community Action Fund (CAF), …
