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Have you and your partner talked about birth control? Get on the same page and find out which method is right for the BOTH of you

There are so many different birth control options to choose from! How do you even choose?! You hear stories about friends using condoms, or who go on the pill, or who wear the patch, or maybe you have... Read More

Post date: 9/30/15

Out with the old, in with the new. Condoms expire, but you can get free condoms from TeenSource!

You’ve probably heard this a million times, but once more won’t hurt! Condoms do expire. Though condoms are a cheap and super effective barrier method of birth control - not to mention the only m... Read More

Post date: 9/15/15

Let's face it - accidents happen. If you had unprotected sex, learn what steps you need to take to protect your health

By Leslie It’s after school and you and your partner decide to watch a movie at your house. You’re sitting next to each other, sharing popcorn. You begin to cuddle, and then you start making out. O... Read More

Post date: 9/8/15

Real talk: be honest with your doctor - anything you share w/ them is completely confidential

It's not always easy to talk openly about your health concerns - especially when it comes to your sexual and reproductive health. But guess what? Your health care provider is a professional and has he... Read More

Post date: 9/2/15

Birth Control Without a Prescription Could Be Coming to a Pharmacy Near You!

By Marissa You may have heard about a new law that allows pharmacists to distribute hormonal birth control - like the pill, patch, and ring - to teens without a prescription. As great as this new l... Read More

Post date: 8/27/15

Avoiding peer pressure in school & in your sex life go hand in hand. Read more for tips on how to navigate consent

No matter how old you are, it can be hard to stand up to peer pressure. The important thing to remember is that your friends will understand and respect you if you make a decision that is right for yo... Read More

Post date: 8/26/15

Me, Myself, and I

By Marissa After experiencing the highs of a healthy relationship and the lows of an unhealthy relationship, I felt that I had seen the happiness that relationships can bring, as well as the sadnes... Read More

Post date: 8/19/15

1st day of school is right around the corner! Did you know you can be excused from school to visit a clinic for sexual health services?

Believe it or not, if you’re a teen in California, you can actually be excused from school to visit your local health clinic to access sexual and reproductive health services. You can do all this WITH... Read More

Post date: 8/19/15

East Los High's Season 3 Gets Real when Gina Gets Tested

Season 3 of East Los High, a popular television series that deals with the experiences of teens in a fictional inner city high school in East Los Angeles, California, just came out on Hulu. If you're ... Read More

Post date: 8/17/15

The end of summer is near! End summer on a healthy note by getting tested and knowing your status!

By Marissa Nobody looks forward to the end of summer. It signals the beginning of the school year and the end of fun times spent in the summer sun. But, the end of summer can be a great time to tie... Read More

Post date: 8/12/15

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