Can Condoms Prevent More than Pregnancy?

You bet!
First of all, we’re so glad you asked! And yes! Condoms are the only method of birth control that can prevent pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (aka STIs or STDs). That includes HPV, which can cause things like genital warts and cervical cancer.
No matter what’s important to you, there are plenty of reasons to use condoms. Watch this video as people explain why condoms are part of their lives. For more information on what you can do to protect yourself from pregnancy, HPV, and other STIs, make an appointment to talk to a provider at your nearest The Right Time health center.
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