Health Promotion Resources

Help patients feel comfortable discussing anal pleasure, hygiene, and sexual health.

Research shows that visual cues and inclusive language make conversations about anal sex feel natural and appropriate. Explore our resources to support open, stigma-free care.

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Patient-Facing Materials
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Patient-Facing Materials

Visual Cues to Normalize Anal Pleasure & Health
Available in English and Spanish

  • “Just the Tips on Anal Sex” Poster

    A poster that describes basic information about anal pleasure and health with a title that’s eye-catching for clients.

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  • “Accurate, Reliable, Sex-Positive Tips” Poster

    A poster with very similar content to “Just the Tips…” but with a less provocative title. You choose what works in your clinic.

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  • Palm Card

    A 4” x 4” card to place in waiting areas and to hand to clients who want to check out our website of resources.

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  • Bubble Sheet

    A colorful set of frequently asked questions. You can use the handout to respond to a client’s most pressing questions.

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  • Images for Waiting Room Screens

    Slides to be added to waiting room area video/TV screens (in 16:9 ratio).

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  • Business Cards

    Business cards in English and Spanish to be added to the safer sex kits!

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  • Editable Intake Forms

    Intake questions for your electronic medical record or other intake paperwork. Two versions: one for anal pleasure & health, and another for general sexual pleasure & health.

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  • 3-Site STI Screening

    Visual guides from University of Washington, in multiple languages, for collecting oropharyngeal, urethral, and rectal specimens.

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Educational Resources

for Health Workers

  • Anal Pleasure & Health for Medical Clinicians

    A Nature Review article about sources of pleasure and health conditions, with anatomical diagrams and an algorithm for screening and treatment.

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  • G.O.A.L.S. Framework for Sexual History Taking

    Detailed guidance for sexual history taking in a sex-positive, affirming way to reduce bias. Includes a 3-part video series (with CMEs) and a pocket guide!

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  • Webinar: Anal Pleasure & Health for the HIV Workforce

    Dr. Kutner describes the basics of anal anatomy and sources of pleasure, for health workers and consumers. Hosted by End HIV 901 & Southeast AETC.

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  • PrEP & Play Podcast: Part 1

    Part one of a podcast interview about anal pleasure and health with Dr. Kutner!

    Listen

  • PrEP & Play Podcast: Part 2

    Part two of a podcast interview about anal pleasure and health with Dr. Kutner!

    Listen