The latex condom is the only contraceptive method proven to reduce the risk of all STDs, including HIV. This monograph provides a comprehensive review of recent advances in latex condom research regarding effectiveness, manufacturing, quality assurance, performance in human use, acceptability and user behaviors. Written and edited by researchers, product compliance specialists and policy experts at FHI, it also summarizes future directions for manufacturing and designing the latex product, research priorities on acceptability and behavioral issues, and advances in non-latex alternatives.
