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Feasibility and Use of School-Based Condom Availability Programs in Tijuana, Mexico
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Feasibility and Use of School-Based Condom Availability Programs in Tijuana, Mexico

Jennifer Zellner, Ana Martinez-Donate, Melbourne Hovell, Carol Sipan, Elaine Blumberg, Claudia Carrizosa and Liza Rovniak
AIDS and behavior, v 10(6), pp 649-657
01 Nov 2006
PMID: 16715349

Abstract

Birth Control Condoms Mexico Sex Differences
Condom availability programs (CAPs) may increase access to condoms & contribute to increased condom use among youth. This study describes the characteristics, degree of satisfaction, & gender differences among users of a CAP implemented in two high schools in Tijuana (Baja California, Mexico). A kiosk distributing free male condoms was set up in two high schools in Tijuana. Kiosk users (N=570) were more likely to be male, young, &/or enrolled in a lower SES school. Most kiosk users were either sexually active or planning to have sex. Females were less likely to request condoms & to continue using the kiosk, but more likely to request information on other contraceptive methods. Results demonstrate the feasibility of implementing CAPs in Mexican schools & suggest that these programs can improve adolescents' condom access. Tables, Figures, References. Adapted from the source document.

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