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Peer reviewedStein, Zena A. – American Journal of Public Health, 1992
The double-bind message given women about preventing human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection suggests that, if a partner will not use a condom, the woman should use a spermicide. The debate about the protection offered by spermicides is reviewed, and research on prevention effectiveness is urged. (SLD)
Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Condoms, Contraception, Disease Control
Peer reviewedCates, Willard, Jr.; And Others – American Journal of Public Health, 1992
Argues that current data regarding the absolute protection of spermicides against the human immunodeficiency virus and other sexually transmitted diseases are not conclusive. Urges condom use, with female barriers in a fall-back position to protect against bacterial sexually transmitted disease. (SLD)
Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Behavior Change, Contraception, Disease Control
Peer reviewedRosenberg, Michael J.; Gollub, Erica L. – American Journal of Public Health, 1992
Ten observational studies indicate that condoms help prevent human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection, but research on barriers and spermicides is lacking. Given the effectiveness of female-controlled methods in preventing other sexually transmitted diseases, more research into protection from HIV infection by use of diaphragms and spermicides…
Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Behavior Change, Condoms, Contraception
Peer reviewedCalsyn, Donald A.; And Others – American Journal of Public Health, 1992
Studies sexual behavior and condom use in 103 men attending an urban outpatient drug abuse treatment center in Seattle (Washington) before and after initiation of a condom giveaway program. Results indicate that male clients will take and use condoms when they are readily available. (SLD)
Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, At Risk Persons, Behavior Patterns, Change Strategies
