Condom Use

Condoms and Their Use in Preventing HIV Infection and Other STIs

• Condoms must be used consistently and correctly to provide maximum protection
• Condoms are effective in preventing HIV and other STIs
• Condoms users have product options
• Education about condom efficacy does not promote sexual activity
• Abstinence is most effective in the prevention against HIV and other STIs

Basic "CONDOM SENSE"

Latex condoms can protect from HIV, sexually transmitted infections and pregnancy.

	One: Keep a supply of latex condoms, in a safe, cool, dry place. Check expiry date before use. Open packet carefully.
	Two: As soon as the penis is hard, put the condom on with the rolled-up ring on the outside. Keep the end gently pinched leaving space at the tip to hold semen.
	Three: Unroll the condom gently all the way down to the hair.
	Four: If additional lubrication is required, use a water-based lubricant. Do not use oil-based lubricants, i.e. Vaseline, massage oil, butter, etc. (Nonoxynol-9 products may cause irritation during vaginal sex, and should never be used for anal sex).
	Five: Pull out slowly after ejaculation, holding condom firmly at the base of the hard penis. Move the penis well away from your partner and carefully remove the condom.
	Six: Wrap condom in a tissue and throw away in the garbage. Do not flush! Never reuse a condom.

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