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Where can I get non-latex condoms?

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Cutler carries non-latex condoms (Advanti). You can also purchase them at off campus stores such as Hannaford, Wal-Mart, CVS (which takes Black Bear Bucks), Target, Rite Aid, etc.
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Are lambskin condoms as safe as the latex condoms?

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Essentially, the latex is much less porous than the lambskin condoms, and therefore proves to protect more effectively against HIV.
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How effective are latex condoms in preventing HIV?

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Health authorities say that latex condoms are highly effective when used consistently and correctly. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends using latex condoms (or dental dams) whenever having oral, anal, or vaginal sex. If a lubricant is used, it should be a water-based lubricant.
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Studies have been done to test how well latex condoms work for preventing HIV transmission. This research has shown that latex condoms are highly effective at protecting a person from transmitting or becoming infected with the virus. The studies were done on HIV-negative individuals at high-risk for the disease because there partners were HIV-positive. Latex condoms used consistently and correctly were effective 98-100% of the time.
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Question: How effective are latex condoms in preventing HIV?

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Studies have shown that latex condoms are highly effective in preventing HIV transmission when used consistently and correctly. These studies looked at uninfected people considered to be at very high risk of infection because they were involved in sexual relationships with HIV-infected people. The studies found that even with repeated sexual contact, 98-100 percent of those people who used latex condoms correctly and consistently did not become infected.
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What's the difference between latex, membrane and polyurethane condoms?

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The most common material used to make condoms is latex, a type of rubber with very small pores that keep sperm and the smaller HIV virus from passing through. Latex is strong but susceptible to breaking when exposed to high friction and excessive pressure. To mitigate these problems, a water- or silicone-based lubricant should be used both on the inside and outside of the condom.
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Q.18 Where can I get latex-free condoms?

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Durex manufacturers the Avanti brand of condoms which are polyurethane based and are latex-free (link to www.durex.com)
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How can Latex condoms protect me?

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Latex condoms serve as an effective barrier against bodily fluids during sex. They prevent contact with your partner’s semen, blood (including menstrual blood) and vaginal fluids.
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Several studies have demonstrated that latex condoms are highly effective in preventing HIV transmission when used correctly and consistently. These studies looked at uninfected people considered to be at very high risk of infection because they were involved in sexual relationships with HIV-infected persons. The studies found that even with repeated sexual contact, 98-100% of those people who used latex condoms consistently and correctly remained uninfected.
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What is Latex?

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Latex is a milky white liquid composed of rubber particles dispersed in water. This material is whipped with air to form a foam, which is cured to make our mattresses.
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Why are latex condoms important for safer sex?

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When used correctly for each act of vaginal, anal or oral sex, latex condoms are the best way for sexually active people to reduce the risk of unplanned pregnancy, infection from HIV and other sexually transmitted infections.
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Why is the female condom more expensive than male latex condoms?

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The female Condom is made of polyurethane, a thin, strong, sensitive plastic that is much more costly than latex. In addition, the manufacturing process is very expensive. However, polyurethane offers many advantages. For example, it rarely rips or tears, and can be used with any lubricant - water-based or oil-based, including spermicidal lubricant containing nonoxynol-9. In addition, polyurethane transmits heat once it is inside the body, so you can hardly feel it during sex.
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Several studies have demonstrated that latex condoms are highly effective in preventing HIV transmission when used correctly and consistently. These studies looked at uninfected people considered to be at very high risk of infection because they were involved in sexual relationships with HIV-infected persons. The studies found that even with repeated sexual contact, 98-100% of those people who used latex condoms consistently and correctly remained uninfected.
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How effective are latex condoms in the prevention of HIV?

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Latex condoms, when used consistently and correctly, are highly effective in preventing heterosexual sexual transmission of HIV, the virus that causes AIDS. Nevertheless, you should be aware of the fact that condom use cannot provide absolute protection against HIV. The surest way to avoid transmission of HIV is to abstain from sexual intercourse or to be in a long-term mutually monogamous relationship with a partner who has been tested and you know is not infected.
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Do male latex condoms prevent all viral transmission?

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While it has been suggested that latex condoms have microscopic pores which might leak during use, studies testing condom permeability have suggested that the expected exposure to HIV due to leakage through approved condoms would be no more than a single virus for every 100 condoms used. Infection with HIV requires exposure to large quantities of the virus; hence, condoms provide substantial protection.
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How effective are latex condoms in preventing HIV transmission?

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Studies have shown that latex condoms are highly effective in preventing the transmission of HIV when used consistently and properly. Latex condoms have been shown to be 99% effective in preventing HIV transmission.
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Where can I get condoms?

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Condoms are available at the Health Stop Resource Center, Room 228 Student Services Building, the health vending machine in Watterson Towers, the G-Spot (portable gazebo) or the Student Health Service Pharmacy.
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If there is no semen present on the garment then of course CheckMate will not work and we certainly make no claims that it will. CheckMate is for people that have already discovered a suspicious stain who need a quick and easy way to find out what it is.
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Condoms and spermicides Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Condoms are usually made of latex or polyurethane. Latex condoms are more widely available and cheaper, although some people can be allergic to them, in which case a polyurethane condom may be more appropriate. To understand more about these two types of condoms and the correct lubricant to use with them visit our Using Condoms page.
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No. There are many options available in brands, styles, colors, flavors, and lubrication. Latex condoms are most effective at preventing HIV transmission, when used properly. Natural skin or animal membrane condoms do not prevent HIV transmission. Be aware that many condoms, french ticklers, glow in the dark, etc. are sold as novelty items and are not intended to prevent infection of any disease.
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Do you give out condoms?

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We do not just give out condoms. We advise that you have an assessment done here before we provide you with a few condom samples. Student Health Service supports abstinence to prevent unplanned pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases.
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Are there non-latex gloves available which are just as effective as latex?

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Latex is the most desirable in preventing exposure to blood or body fluids and also has excellent elasticity, which assists surgeons during operations. It should be determined whether or not latex gloves are even necessary or advisable in your particular role. If a glove is needed, the type of glove should be selected based on durability, resistance to viruses, antibacterial qualities, allergen and powder level, comfort to wear and sensitivity.
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What's so good about Latex?

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Latex is naturally conforming, so you are assured optimal orthopedic support in any sleep position. This unique ability to conform to your body alleviates areas of high pressure that cause you to toss and turn at night. Latex is also hypo-allergenic, anti-microbial, dust-mite resistant and breathable. Because it breathes to remove body moisture, it keeps you warmer in the winter, and cooler in the summer.
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