Condom use in India remains low despite preventing STIs, HIV, and unplanned pregnancies. Busting myths, raising awareness, and choosing modern options is key to safer intimacy.

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 and the less-commonly used internal (female) condoms.

The Director-General of the Ghana AIDS Commission, Dr Kharmacelle Prosper Akanbong, has announced that Ghana will soon roll out a National Condom and Lubricant Strategy to address concerns about access,