Why do women need a condom?

Heterosexual contact is the most common mode of HIV/STD transmission among women worldwide. Sexually transmitted infections in women can lead to pelvic inflammatory disease, higher risk of ectopic pregnancy, infertility, or cancer of the cervix. Condoms for men and women provide the only effective barrier against the exchange of body fluids that carry the virus.

What are the prevention advantages of the panty with a pouch?

For primary prevention: Keep yourself safe. Always use a barrier protection!
For secondary prevention: If you have an STD, you can use a latex barrier to prevent transmission to your partner.

Isn't there already a women's condom?

Currently there is only one choice available to women when selecting a condom for their personal use. Clearly, more barrier protection options are needed, especially methods that are safe, inexpensive, and under the control of the user. As the spectrum of choices is broadened, the numbers of women worldwide who are protected from STDs, including HIV, will also increase.

What are ZEBRAS?

ZEBRAS are an all-latex panty with a pouch. The pouch, inserted into the vagina, forms a complete barrier and covers the outside exposed genital area thereby ensuring no exchange of body fluids. ZEBRAS are a one-size-fits-all product.

Very simply, put on a ZEBRAS before foreplay, lubricate the pouch and insert into the vagina. It completely lines the vaginal cavity. At completion of intercourse, the user removes the panty and discards it.

How effective will ZEBRAS be for women seeking prevention from sexually transmitted diseases?

ZEBRAS are unique because they cover the entire genital area of the user that is vulnerable to exposure to sexually transmitted viruses. Latex condoms have proven to be an excellent barrier for blocking transmission of HIV and other STDs when used correctly and consistently because the pores in the latex are too small to allow the passage of the virus.

How much will it cost?

ZEBRAS will be priced comparably to the cost of a high-quality male latex condom.

Where can I get one?

Contact Zebra Foundation. ZEBRAS are now available for clinical testing and inclusion in international public health programs.

What do people think about our new latex condom on women?

The style is sexy and attractive; is desirable in a range of colors; and both men and women are especially pleased by the soft, silky feel of the latex.

In focus groups conducted in Nigeria, Senegal, Uganda, Zimbabwe, and South Africa both men and women overwhelmingly viewed the all-latex condom as safe, easy to use, and very appealing. Adolescents were an important target group; teenagers liked ZEBRAS, could easily understand how it works, and would use it.

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