This story was reviewed by Kelly Brown MD, MBA. Wearing a condom is a great way to prevent pregnancy and the only option for protecting against STIs and STDs (besides abstinence). But they’re not ...

SKYN condoms are a good choice for people with latex allergies because they are made from polyisoprene. Although SKYN condoms come pre-lubricated, both water-based and silicone-based lubricants can ...

It seems a condom controversy is currently sweeping the internet, which means it is once again time for me to perform one of the core functions of a sex writer’s job: Remind everyone that condoms are ...

W A S H I N G T O N, July 20 -- Condoms are usually effective against fightingthe spread of HIV and gonorrhea, but there is not enough evidenceto say for certain they protect against other sexually ...

When used correctly and consistently, condoms remain one of the most effective tools for the prevention of pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). This includes external (male) condoms ...

New research from the University of Washington shows that condom use has been trending downward among younger gay and bisexual men over the last decade, even when they aren't taking pre-exposure ...

Background: Although condom utilization may be constrained by social stigma and religious norms, adolescents and young adult ...

July 14 -- MONDAY, July 13 (HealthDay News) -- People who use condoms regularly can reduce their risk of getting genital herpes by 30 percent, a new study finds. The herpes simplex virus 2 (HSV-2) ...

Sometimes, but not always, public health messaging can be a bit staid and restrained. However, some healthcare causes require a more confrontational, in-your-face approach. That was the case earlier ...