Condoms...

 

After a long period of focusing almost exclusively on PrEP, talk of condoms is on the rise.  This World Health Organization posted this piece.  This is a clearly written article on the usage & effectiveness of condoms.  They are more encompassing in protecting against STIs & pregnancy.  If used properly, their efficacy is 95%+.  Comparing the cost, availability & ease, they are the better option.  Condoms don't require a doctor, lab work or the intake of medicines.

The only things actually competing with condoms in HIV prevention are the long acting injection meds.  However, even they can fail, need medical assistance  & are very expensive.  These won't be an option for many people in the foreseeable future.

Even though some people do have latex allergies, that isn't the main reason for the lack of condom use.  The most reported grounds for not using a condom is the unwillingness of a partner.  Even if someone has an allergy, there are latex alternatives.  Yes they are more expensive, but less so than PrEP, pregnancy or dealing with STIs.

It was a good read & led to similar pieces.  Give it a read.  Pass it on to anyone ignorant about condoms.  This may be the WHO's pivot due to the orange stain of trump.

Take care.

Cya...