What is International Condom Day?
International Condom Day (February 13th) and unwanted pregnancy are two of the most popular diseases (STDs) and unwanted pregnancy that occur every year. It's also a day to promote the use of condoms to provide HIV protection.
Sexually transmitted diseases continue to be a significant issue in several regions of the world, despite increased education and testing. According to the most recent World Health Organization (WHO), more than 1 million STDs are reported every day. Many of these STDs have no signs or symptoms are mild, so they are unlikely. People are also unknowingly transmitting these diseases to others because of this. If a pregnant woman has an STD, it can result in birth defects or a stillborn baby.
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Unprotected sex is also known to cause an incurable disease. Hepatitis B, herpes simplex virus, human papillomavirus (HPV), and HIV are among the sexually transmitted infections that can't be treated. Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is particularly risky if left untreated, it can cause acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Nearly one million people per day around the world die from HIV/AIDS. HIV/AIDS is the leading cause of death in several countries.
There is a simple way to avoid STDs, HIV, unwanted pregnancies, and birth complications, which is the good news. A male condom is 98 percent effective when worn correctly. Condoms are available at several locations for free. These include condom clinics and sexual health clinics. Condoms can also be found in supermarkets, vending machines, gas stations, and pharmacies.
