S2E7 Real Talk: Sex, Culture and Staying Protected

Uncensored U Sex Ed Podcast Season 2 Episode 7: Real Talk - Sex, Culture and Staying ProtectedSpecial Guest: Patrick C. DennyGuest Bio:Patrick C. DennyEskasoni First Nation Sexual Health, Mental Health and Addictions AdvocateI'm Patrick of Eskasoni First Nation, I am a big advocate on Sexual Health, and Mental Health and Addictions for my community. I have also been working to bring more awareness to suicide. I am big on being out in my community engaging with people and being loud and proud!I come from a very matriarchal and traditional family, I am big into world news, and hanging with friends. I love the work that I do and look forward to keep doing it into the future.Peace and Love!PCDToy of the Week Sponsored by Pleasures N Treasures!https:// www. pleasuresntreasures.com/product/hunkyjunk-huj3-c-ring/To find your nearest Pleasures N Treasures location or check them out online:https://www.pleasuresntreasures.com/Show Notes:Patrick Denny, Sexual Health Educator – to book Patrick for an educational session contact [email protected] How to get tested: https://healns.ca/programs/check-me-out Protection and treatment: https://www.nshealth.ca/sti-care-now PrEP and PEP are highly effective, HIV prevention medications. PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) is a daily pill or injection taken before potential exposure to prevent infection. PEP (post-exposure prophylaxis) is an emergency, 28-day regimen taken after potential exposure (within 72 hours) to stop the virus.  Key Differences Between PrEP and PEPPrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis):Usage: Taken consistently before potential exposure, usually daily or as required, as explained by Canada.ca and Halifax Sexual Health Centre.Target Audience: Individuals who are HIV-negative and at ongoing risk.Effectiveness: Highly effective at preventing HIV; does not protect against other STIs.PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis):Usage: Taken after a potential exposure (e.g., unprotected sex, needle sharing) within 72 hours.Duration: Must be taken for 28 consecutive days, say CATIE.ca.Context: Emergency use only; it is not for ongoing protection. Important NotesBoth are prescription medications available from doctors, clinics, or sexual health centersIf you have a high risk of HIV exposure, you may be a candidate for PrEP, according to CATIE.ca.Doxy-PEP is a different medication (antibiotic) used after sex to prevent other STIs like syphilis and chlamydia, but not HIV, explains Ending HIV.