The Syndemic Response Alliance, in partnership with the CDC and United Way of Greater Nashville, is working to establish a comprehensive sexual well-being network in Middle Tennessee. This initiative includes a condom distribution program designed to enhance access to sexual health resources and promote safety within the community. By fostering collaboration among local partners, the program aims to improve sexual health outcomes and raise awareness about safe practices, ultimately contributing to a healthier community.
Information about Condom Distribution Programs
Condoms do more than prevent pregnancy!
Consistent and correct use of latex or polyurethane condoms is the most effective means to prevent HIV transmission and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Despite this knowledge, many at-risk individuals lack access to condoms.
- Condom distribution programs make condoms easily accessible to at-risk communities. These highly-visible initiatives increase the public’s awareness of the importance of condom use, and encourage external (male) and insertvie (female) condom use among sexually active persons.
- Projects like ImpactHIV's Sexual Health Toolbox help to break down barriers that prevent persons from attaining these contraceptives, including costs, lack of sexual health education, geographic restrictions, and religious and social pressures.
Condom Distribution and Education go hand in hand.
- The comprehensive approach of pairing condom distribution with sexual health education makes certain that people can access condoms and use them correctly.
- Education on sexual health and safe practices are important in helping persons protect themselves against STI/STDs.
- Condoms, like any form of contraception, must be used properly in order to be most effective. Information on proper use must also be provided to persons.
- Providers and consumers should know how to properly store condoms, in dry areas that have a cool temperature.