Saturday, 28. September 2002

Spermicide offers no HIV protection


A widely used spermicidal gel, which was thought to protect against HIV infection, has been shown to increase the risks of acquiring the virus. The discovery has prompted scientists and AIDS-awareness groups to call for a ban on the use of the spermicide Nonoxynol-9 in lubricants and condoms. They fear it gives users a false sense of protection.

¬> New Scientist

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