condom

Health news

What’s driving the rise in STIs among older Europeans?

Experts say both health care professionals and the public should consider the sexual health needs of older people.

15 August 2025

Health news

Half of young adults favour prison time for removing condom during sex

Removing a condom without someone’s consent, which is known as "stealthing," has emerged as a "sex trend". It has recently been punished as a form of rape.

23 October 2024

Health news

Over a third of European teen boys now having sex without condoms

The use of condoms by sexually active boys has dropped by 9 per cent since 2014, according to the latest WHO data.

30 August 2024

Health news

Spain considers providing free condoms to young people

The initiative comes amid a significant rise in sexually transmitted infections in Europe.

15 March 2024

Culture news

Watch these hilarious Halloween-themed videos promoting safer sex

AHF (AIDS Healthcare Foundation) has released two spooktastic videos, featuring both vampires and zombies highlighting the importance of safe and responsible sex.

24 October 2023

Health news

These pioneers are testing out new methods of male contraceptive

From homemade jockstraps to a shoulder gel that slashes sperm counts, these new male contraceptives look to better share the burden of birth control.

19 April 2023

World News

Contraception in Europe, why is it only free in some EU countries?

On International Condom Day, Euronews takes a closer look at public policies governing contraception in Europe and asks the experts why differences exist between the Member States.

13 February 2023

Health news

France will make condoms free for those under 25 to fight rise in STIs

The French President hailed a “revolution” for contraception that aims to tackle a rise in sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

10 December 2022

Health news

Beyond condoms: How birth control is now becoming a male affair

From a male birth control pill to reversible vasectomy and a hormonal shoulder gel: what’s in the works for male contraceptives?

14 September 2022

Earth News

How can you have a more eco-friendly sex life?

From condoms to lubricant, here are the best ways to make your sex life more environmentally friendly.

4 November 2021

Health news

Malaysian gynaecologist creates 'world's first unisex condom'

Its inventor hopes the Wondaleaf Unisex Condom will empower people to take better control of their sexual health regardless of their sex or sexual orientation.

28 October 2021

Japan

Condom used to repair canoe at Tokyo Olympics

Australian canoeist Jessica Fox found a perfectly stretchy, waterproof material for a boat repair at the Tokyo Olympics: a condom.

30 July 2021