The Global Female Condom Day observed recently in Lagos, brought to the fore the need for the womenfolk to embrace the use of female condoms. Kelechi Amakoh and Hope Samson report. In spite of its ...

While scientists work to find the 'perfect' solution to preventing the spread of HIV/AIDS, a reasonable option--the female condom--is not being promoted, especially in African and southeast Asian ...

Female condoms, or internal condoms, are an often neglected type of contraceptive with several benefits. In many cases, people, particularly men, tend to opt for unprotected intercourse and rely on ...

When we think of intimate matters and the sheath, male condoms often steal the show, despite the other option - the female condom or internal condom, being available. While they aren't as widely used, ...

GAITHERSBURG, Maryland (Reuters) - A potentially less-costly version of Female Health Co's condom for women won unanimous backing from a U.S. Food and Drug Administration advisory panel on Thursday. A ...

When used correctly and consistently, condoms remain one of the most effective tools for the prevention of pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). This includes external (male) condoms ...

HARARE — Zimbabwe on Monday marked Global Female Condom Day with calls on local women to use the condom as it is the only woman-initiated protection against sexually transmitted infections, including ...