Today, there are dozens of types of birth control, from the IUD to the pill to injections and beyond. But, many people still prefer one of the simplest forms: the condom. Statista reports that about ...

Male condoms are 98% effective with perfect use and 85% effective with typical use. Female condoms are slightly less effective — 95% with perfect use and 79% typically. People make mistakes with ...

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 ...

Editor's note: This article has been updated to clarify that Veru's FC2 Female Condom is available directly from the company without a prescription. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on ...

This story was reviewed by Kelly Brown MD, MBA. Wearing a condom is a great way to prevent pregnancy and the only option for protecting against STIs and STDs (besides abstinence). But they’re not ...

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 ...

Sexual health is an important part of overall well-being, and using protection during sex is important to prevent unwanted pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). While male condoms ...