Commentary: The Quest for Women's Prophylactic Methods--Hopes vs Science.

Cates, Willard, Jr.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ455257

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Publication Date: 1992

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Commentary: The Quest for Women's Prophylactic Methods--Hopes vs Science.

Cates, Willard, Jr.; And Others

American Journal of Public Health, v82 n11 p1479-82 Nov 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, Females, Health Education, Misconceptions, Prevention, Public Health, Research Needs, Research Utilization, Risk, Sexuality

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative

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Language: English

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