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What's new in Condoms?

     A FEMALE condom, now available in Canada, is made of POLYURETHANE (plastic, not latex), which claims to be stronger than latex and is hypo-allergenic (does not cause allergic reactions). It resembles a male condom, but has flexible rings at either end; one ring, like a diaphragm, helps with insertion, and holds the condom in place; the outer ring covers the outer "lips" (vulva), and prevents the condom from being pushed into the vagina during intercourse. See below.

     A new male POLYURETHANE (plastic, not latex) condom has been introduced recently and can be found in some stores.

Where can I get Condoms?

     Condoms are available without a prescription in drugstores, convenience stores and many grocery stores. Some healthy sexuality clinics and school health services provide FREE condoms. When choosing coloured or flavoured condoms, make sure they are not being sold as novelty or joke items.

     Share the responsibility of preventing Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) and/or pregnancy. Even when the pill is used to prevent pregnancy, condoms SHOULD be used to protect each partner from sexually transmitted diseases (STD's). Condoms can be used for oral, anal or vaginal sex. Condoms are sold for use by men and women. Condoms can be used for oral, anal or vaginal sex. Condoms are sold for use by men and women.

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