Sexual health gaps persist for migrant youth in Canada, despite lower rates of sexual activity

A new UBC-led study finds that migrant youth in Canada are less likely to be sexually active than their Canadian-born peers—but among those who are, contraception use is declining. The findings point to systemic barriers in sexual health education and access, rather than individual behaviors, and highlight the need for culturally relevant support for newcomer adolescents.

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