SOME GHANAIAN MEN AVOIDING CONDOMS OVER SIZE CONCERNS – Ghana AIDS Commission Raises Alarm
Commission says limited condom size options may be discouraging usage among some men, urges manufacturers to diversify supply.
The Ghana AIDS Commission (GAC) has revealed that some Ghanaian men are reportedly avoiding the use of condoms because they claim the sizes available on the market are too small for them.
According to the Commission, feedback gathered from various engagements and field interactions suggests that concerns about condom fit are contributing to low usage rates among certain groups, particularly young men.
Health officials say the issue, though often treated humorously in public discourse, poses a serious public health concern in the fight against HIV and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
The nationwide exercise will take place on February 13, to mark International Condom Day, a day observed globally ahead of Valentine’s Day to promote safe sex and reduce the spread of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections.
Speaking in an interview, the Director-General of the Ghana AIDS Commission, Dr Prosper Akanbong, said this year would be the first time Ghana formally observes the day.
“13th of February has always been World Condom Day. And in fact, for the first time, Ghana will be observing it.”
Dr Akanbong explained that the initiative is being led by the Ghana AIDS Commission in partnership with the AIDS Healthcare Foundation, which is entering Ghana for the first time.
“Ghana AIDS Commission is leading this with the AIDS Healthcare Foundation who are now entering Ghana for the first time. So, we’ll launch it on the 13th of February,” he stated.
According to him, the main aim is to raise awareness and encourage condom use, especially during the Valentine period, when many people celebrate romantic relationships.
“This is where we bring the awareness to the use of condoms. It’s part of the strategy to make sure people get to know that, look, there’s International Condom Day. Let’s use condoms and we can get the public awareness about condoms,” he said.
“There will be various types that will be there. Flavoured, non-flavoured and all those kind of condoms,” Dr Akanbong added.
Source:NKONKONSA.com
