HIV incidence and sexually transmitted disease prevalence associated with condom use: a population study in Rakai, Uganda

Abstract

Consistent condom use provides protection from HIV and STDs, whereas inconsistent use is not protective. Programs must emphasize consistent condom use for HIV and STD prevention.

Sexual Health Behaviours: HIV/STI Risk Perception among Namibian University Students

“…This finding is in agreement with 1992 NHIS (National Health Interview Survey) in US that showed no relationship between condom use and the number of sexual partners among 12-21 year old from sampled households as reported by Santelli et al [16] and Ritchter et al [17] which showed a negative association. Contrary to the reports of Svare et al [5][6][7]18] which showed positive association between multiple sexual partners and condom use. The variation in report may not be unconnected to the level of awareness, educational background and government involvement in the prevention, control and management of HIV/STIs infections in the communities.…”

“…Also having multiple sexual partners has been proven to be associated with contraceptive use [5][6][7][8][9]. In view of increasing incidence of HIV infection among young people, it is important to understand the perception of contraceptive use among youth and the consequential effects of their risky sexual behaviours.…”

Condoms in sub-Saharan Africa

“…There also appeared to be a shift in gender power among these young adults, with almost half of males and two-thirds of females rejecting the idea that men alone control decisionmaking related to condoms. 44 Further research with postsecondary students in South Africa and other countries may provide insights into how this well-educated cohort has countered the multiplicity of factors that push against condom use. Finally, some interventions among female sex workers have also shown promise in increasing their ability to introduce and use condoms in their commercial encounters.…”

“…[19][20][21][22][23] Similar explanations are at work for the results showing greater likelihood of condom use among those with higher education and particularly among postsecondary students. 41,[44][45][46] Those still in school are less likely to be in long-term relationships, more likely to be postponing childbearing, and are more likely to be exposed to information and interventions related to HIV prevention, each of which are associated with higher levels of condom use.…”

Measurement of Condom Use as a Risk Factor for HIV Infection

“…1 Cohort studies have shown that consistent condom use is protective against HIV infection, but inconsistent use is not. 2 In Uganda 3 and Thailand, 4 repeated cross-sectional measurements have shown that condom use increased over the period in which HIV prevalence decreased. However, in many countries repeated cross-sectional studies reveal a trend of increasing prevalence of HIV infection alongside increased reporting of condom use within and outside cohabiting relationships, e.g.…”