How effective are latex A synthetic rubber used in products such as gloves and condoms, to provide a barrier to infection condoms in preventing HIV?
Health authorities say that latex condoms are highly effective when used consistently and correctly. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends using latex condoms (or dental dams Squares of latex, originally used for dental work, now commonly recommended for safe oral sexSquares of latex, originally used for dental work, now commonly recommended for safe oral sex) whenever having oral, anal, or vaginal sex. If a lubricant is used, it should be a water-based lubricant.
