What are the Effectiveness of Condoms?
Condoms are regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Condom manufacturers in the United States test each latex condom for defects, including holes, before it is packaged. The proper and consistent use of latex or polyurethane (a type of plastic) condoms when engaging in sexual intercourse–vaginal, anal, or oral–can greatly reduce a person’s risk of acquiring or transmitting sexually transmitted diseases (STD), including HIV infection.
