Contraception - condoms for men
Male condoms are an effective form of barrier contraception if used properly, and reduce your risk of contracting a sexually transmissible infection (STI). Use condoms every time you have vaginal, anal and oral sex to prevent an exchange of ... [... more]
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The male condom
It collects the male partner's semen, and thus prevents pregnancy It collects fluid and semen which may contain sexually transmissible infections When used well, they are very effective. Condoms work between 95 percent and 97 percent of the time ... [... more]
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Condom myth
Rubbers, frangers, prophylactics, rubber johnnies, jimmy hats, French ticklers, condoms - whatever you call them, they are one of the best contraceptive devices we have. Some unplanned pregnancies result from people not using condoms properly, so ... [... more]
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Contraception - condoms for women
The female condom is designed to fit all women and is suitable for all ages. It offers women and men an alternative to the male condom. If used correctly, the female condom is effective in preventing pregnancy and providing a barrier to sexually ... [... more]
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Latex allergy
Latex allergy is when people are allergic to either to the proteins found naturally in latex or to the industrial chemicals added. Products made from latex including rubber bands, balloons and condoms. Latex-free condoms and diaphragms are ... [... more]
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Sexually transmissible infections - overview
A sexually transmissible infection (STI) is any infection or disease that can be passed from one person to another during sexual activity. The infection can be caused by bacteria, a virus or a parasite. Correct use of condoms and dams can help ... [... more]
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Contraception ... all about
Contraceptives to prevent unwanted pregnancy include the pill, condoms for men and women, IUDs and natural fertility control. Emergency contraception, or the morning after pill, is also available. Vasectomy for men and sterilisation for women are ... [... more]
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Safe sex ... all about
Safe sex can help prevent sexually transmissible infections (STIs) like HIV, chlamydia, syphilis, gonorrhoea, genital warts and herpes. Barrier protection like condoms, female condoms and dams provide the best protection. Safe sex is important ... [... more]
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