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Do condoms prevent pregnancy and STDs?

April 26, 2017condoms pregnancy STDs

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Do condoms prevent pregnancy and STDs?

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Condoms are not 100% effective in preventing pregnancy and STDs. Condom failure rates are higher for adolescents than adults. “Failing” refers to leaks, breaks, and incorrect or inconsistent use. Also, condoms provide little or no protection from genital herpes, chlamydia, and human papillomavirus, (HPV). The only way to be 100% protected from unwanted pregnancy and STDs is for both partners to abstain from sexual activity until marriage.