Everyone knows condoms prevent pregnancy and protect against sexually transmitted diseases. But how well do they work? That question is at the center of a debate over whether the labels on condom ...

Condoms are a crucial tool in protecting against sexually transmitted infections (STIs). However, even when people use them correctly, they do not provide 100% protection against all types of STIs.

Male condoms are 98% effective with perfect use and 85% effective with typical use. Female condoms are slightly less effective — 95% with perfect use and 79% typically. People make mistakes with ...

When it comes to having fun between the sheets, condoms play a key role for everyone–gay men, bisexual men, trans women with male anatomy, and anyone navigating the vibrant spectrum of queer sexuality ...

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The FDA wants condom packages to warn that condoms are less effective at stopping some sexually transmitted diseases, such as herpes and human papilloma virus, than others. The agency also wants ...