Condoms

This article explains AIDS, testing, transmission and treatment. Lists information on safer sex, safer drug use and how to develop consent practices.

Summarizes two studies: one on early sexual intercourse, and one on sexual intercourse, condom use and sexually transmitted diseases among older teens and young adults.

Introduces the male condom and the reasons to use them. Describes acquiring condoms and the different types one might encounter. Concludes by listing the correct ways to use the male condom.

Provides descriptions of the female condom and the male polyurethane condom as contraceptive alternatives to latex condoms.

Supports calls for halting the rectal use of products containing Nonoxynol-9. Outlines evidence indicating that such use increases the risk of HIV infection.

Briefly describes and lists advantages and disadvantages of barrier methods of birth control. Methods evaluated include male condom, female condom, sponge, Lea's Contraceptive, Spermicides, Diaphram and cervical cap.

Provides information on the variety of condoms available for men and women, as well as their advantages and disadvantages. Explains how to use condoms safely.