No! Menstruation is natural and nothing to be ashamed of. It's a sign that your body and its development has reached puberty. It is completely normal. Here is a fun engaging video for you to watch

Using condoms correctly and consistently, getting tested regularly, avoiding sharing sharp objects, and knowing your partner’s status are some of the ways you can protect yourself from STIs and HIIV.

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It’s based on trust, respect, communication, and boundaries. You should feel safe, valued, and free to be yourself.

Yes! You have the right to change your mind at any time, and your partner must respect your decision.

Yes, especially in the first few years of menstruation. But if your cycle is very irregular or painful, it’s good to talk to a healthcare provider.

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No. HIV cannot be transmitted through casual contact like hugging, kissing, or sharing utensils with an infected person.

Pregnancy can happen anytime there is unprotected sex.

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Anyone who is sexually active can get an STI. That is why it is important to protect yourself by consistently and correctly using a condom and doing regular STI tests.

Menstruation is a woman’s monthly bleeding that prepares the woman’s body for pregnancy. It is also often called “Period.” When you menstruate, your body discards the monthly buildup of the lining of your uterus (womb). Menstrual blood and tissue flow from your uterus through the small opening in your cervix and pass out of your body through your vagina.

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You can visit youth-friendly health centers and health facilities closer to you. If you are in Ghana, Call Yenkasa Contact centre on 0800202010 or WhatsApp 0245118228 for directions to the nearest health facility

It's recommended to get tested every 4-6 weeks after unprotected intercourse or engaging in sexual activity with a new partner. Some STIs may require re-testing every three months for accurate results

The primary sign of menstruation is bleeding through the vagina.

Additional symptoms may include:

• Abdominal or pelvic cramping
• Lower back pain
• Bloating and sore breasts
• Food cravings
• Mood swings and irritability
• Headache
• Fatigue