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Get ready to celebrate safe and responsible relationships during National Condom Week, which occurs annually from February 14-21! This week was first established in the 1970s by university health educators to promote the use of condoms as a means of preventing unwanted pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections. It's also a great opportunity to break any stigmas or taboos surrounding sexual health and have open and honest conversations about it. So let's all come together and make sure we're taking care of ourselves and our partners by practicing safe sex this National Condom Week!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>3000 BC</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Condom Use</div><div class='timeline-text'>Earliest known evidence of condom use in ancient Egypt where they were used to protect against disease rather than pregnancy.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1855</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Rubber Condoms</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first rubber condom was produced, offering a reusable, effective method of both pregnancy and disease prevention.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1920</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Mass Production</div><div class='timeline-text'>Latex condoms began being mass produced after the invention of liquid latex, making them more widely available and affordable.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1981</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>HIV/AIDS Epidemic</div><div class='timeline-text'>Following the emergence of the HIV/AIDS epidemic, condom use became critically important for disease prevention.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1992</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Condom Week</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Condom Week first celebrated in California in response to the growing awareness of HIV/AIDS and the essential role of condoms in prevention.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Global Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Condom Week started to be recognized globally, with health organizations worldwide joining in to promote condom use for safer sexual health.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a condom fashion show</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get creative and have a condom fashion show! Participants can create outfits made entirely out of condoms and the audience can vote for their favorite.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a condom-themed trivia night</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some friends and test your knowledge on all things related to condoms. You can even give out condom-themed prizes to the winners!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a safe sex workshop</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Look for local organizations or health centers that are hosting workshops on safe sex and condom use. You'll not only learn important information, but you'll also be supporting a good cause.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a condom sculpture</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get crafty and create a sculpture using only condoms. This can be a fun and unique way to celebrate National Condom Week.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Start a condom donation drive</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spread awareness about safe sex and help those in need by organizing a condom donation drive. You can collect donations from friends, family, and community members and donate them to local organizations or health centers.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Promotes safe and responsible sexual behaviors</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Condom Week is an opportunity to educate individuals about the importance of using condoms to prevent unwanted pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections. By raising awareness and providing access to condoms, this holiday helps promote healthier choices and behaviors.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Destigmatizes the conversation around safe sex</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Talking about sex can be uncomfortable or taboo for some people, but National Condom Week works to break that stigma by normalizing discussions about sexual health and protection. This encourages individuals to prioritize their sexual well-being and feel more comfortable discussing it with their partners.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Provides accessibility to contraception</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>During National Condom Week, organizations and businesses often offer free or discounted condoms, making them more accessible to those who may not have otherwise been able to afford them. This promotes equal access to contraception and empowers individuals to take control of their sexual health.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Condoms are the only form of contraception that help prevent STDs</h3><p class='facts-content'>While there are other types of contraception, condoms are the only form that provide a significant reduction in the transmission of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The latex condom was popularized in the 1920s</h3><p class='facts-content'>Though variants of condoms have been used throughout history, the modern-day latex condom only gained popularity in the 1920s due to improvements in manufacturing processes.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Condoms have a shelf life</h3><p class='facts-content'>Stored in a cool, dry place, most latex and polyurethane condoms will have a shelf life of about five years. Be aware, products with spermicides may have a shorter shelf life.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Condom sizes are not universal</h3><p class='facts-content'>Just as people come in different shapes and sizes, so do condoms. It is crucial for effectiveness and comfort to find the right size.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Condoms are highly effective when used correctly</h3><p class='facts-content'>When used correctly and consistently, condoms are 98% effective at preventing pregnancy and significantly reduce the risk of STDs.</p></div></div>
National Condom Week is celebrated on February 14 every year. In 2024, National Condom Week will occur on a Wednesday.
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