Condoms

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MeSH scope note: A sheath that is worn over the penis during sexual behavior in order to prevent pregnancy or spread of sexually transmitted disease.

RELATED SITES

- Family planning: Department of Reproductive Health and Research
- UNAIDS (Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS)

FACT SHEETS

- Condoms: effectiveness of male latex condoms in protecting against pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections

RELATED LINKS

- Male Condom
- Female condom

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