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ATLANTA -- A study conducted by researchers at Emory and Indiana Universities and published in the September issue of Sexually Transmitted Diseases found that various condom use errors were frequent among a small sample of sexually active heterosexual college men. The purpose of the study was to evaluate errors and problems in the use of male latex condoms. Although the findings cannot be generalized to a broader population and assume all of the limitations that come with self-reported data, researchers believe that the findings are significant because they point to a clear need for better condom education and instruction.

Previous studies have shown that consistent and correct use of male latex condoms will provide highly effective protection against HIV and many other sexually transmitted diseases. Although studies have focused on the consistency of condom use, relatively few studies have assessed condom use errors and problems.

"We have known for quite some time that it is vital to get the message out to sexually active young people about the importance of consistent condom use," said lead study author Richard A. Crosby, PhD from Emory University's Center for AIDS Research (CFAR). "This research suggests that promoting consistent condom use may not be enough. It is important to provide adequate condom use education and skills-building instruction so that sexually active young men know how to use condoms correctly."

The study, conducted from November 2000 through January 2001, explored condom use errors and problems among college men at Indiana University. Of 362 men, 158 met the study inclusion criteria (never married, and reporting putting a condom on for sex at least once in the past 3 months). Forty two percent of young men participating in the study reported that they wanted to use a condom but did not have one available.

Some of the other basic problems highlighted by the study included not checking the condom for visibl
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Contact: Tia Webster
twebste@emory.edu
404-727-5692
Emory University Health Sciences Center
2-Sep-2002

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