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Condoms: myths busted

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Condoms are one of the most common contraceptive methods and also prevent STDs. But is sex less fun with a condom? Do they always work?

Condoms: the science of sensitivity

STI prevention
Penises are less sensitive with a standard latex condom on, according to the latest US research.

Top 10 condom blunders we all made!

STI prevention
All kinds of people all over the world make mistakes with condoms, a new international study found. Researchers compared 50 studies on common condom blunders like using wrong condom size, putting it on inside out, unrolling it first, or not pinching the tip.

Early drug treatment cuts risk of spreading AIDS

STI prevention
People with AIDS can dramatically cut the risks of infecting their sexual partners if they start taking antiretroviral drugs immediately rather than waiting till they become more ill.