National Condom Week: Promoting Health, Safety, and Protection
Every year in the U.S., nearly 19 million new sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are reported, with young people ages 15-24 accounting for almost half of those cases. To address this ongoing health challenge, Care Resource continues to promote safe sex practices, empowering individuals to take control of their health by encouraging the use of condoms.
Why National Condom Week Matters
National Condom Week, observed annually, highlights the importance of one of the simplest and most effective ways to protect your sexual health—using condoms.
Not only do condoms prevent unintended pregnancies, but they also significantly reduce the transmission of STIs.
With increasing rates of infections such as chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis, especially among young people, the need for widespread education and access to protection has never been greater.
The beginning of National Condom Week aligns with Valentine’s Day, a celebration of love. What better time to remember that love includes looking after your sexual health?
The best way to show you care is by using condoms to protect yourself and your partner, ensuring a healthier and happier relationship.
Sexually transmitted infections remain a significant public health issue in the U.S., with the country having the highest rates of STIs in the industrialized world.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports alarming increases in infections like syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia, warning that STIs cost the U.S. healthcare system approximately $16 billion each year.
The good news is that STIs are preventable with proper condom use.
Accessible Health Services: Testing and Support
Care Resource is committed to offering free STI testing and counseling. Whether you need treatment or additional support, our services are designed to help you maintain your sexual health.
We also offer free, confidential, rapid HIV testing and counseling for everyone, ensuring that no one is left behind.
Proper storage, avoiding exposure to heat, and checking expiration dates are essential practices. Care Resource offers access to STI testing for syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia, along with treatment options and free condoms. – Robert Goubeaux, D.O., Primary Care Physician, Interim Co-Chief Medical Officer
In addition to the health center locations, Care Resource provides mobile testing services at community venues, making condoms and health services more accessible to individuals across the community.
National Condom Week serves as an essential reminder to take charge of your sexual health and protect yourself and your partners from STIs.
Whether you’re celebrating love, relationships, or simply your well-being, condoms are an easy and effective tool for staying healthy.
Reach out to Care Resource for access to testing, education, and support to ensure you always make the safest choices.
Learn more about the mobile testing schedule and hours of operation.
About Care Resource
Care Resource is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that provides comprehensive primary medical and preventive care, including health, oral, and mental health/substance abuse services to all individuals in our community. For more information, visit www.careresource.org.
