Filed under: Activism, North America, United States, News, Travel HealthThe New York City Health Department is serious about safe sex. So serious, in fact, that it gives away a staggering three million free condoms every month. Now they want to make sure everyone knows where to find these little packets of joy. They've come out with an app for the iPhone and Android phones that shows you exactly where the five closest distribution points are. And with more than a thousand locations all over the city, you won't have to go far to ensure a lower risk of pregnancy and STDs.
The NYC Condom Finder not only tells you where the distributions points are, but also their hours of operation, and what other safe sex products are available there. To get it, users of Android or Apple mobile phones should search for "NYC Condom" in the Android Market or the iPhone App Store.
Despite the title of this post, safe sex is serious business. HIV is still a deadly problem, as are numerous other STDs. Consistent use of a condom seriously reduces the risk of catching these infections.
New York City Health Commissioner Dr. Thomas Farley says, "Using a condom every time you have sex protects you and your partner from contracting HIV and other sexually transmitted infections. Condoms also prevent unintended pregnancy."
Well said, Dr. Farley. So if you're going to play, please play carefully.Free condoms in New York City? Safe sex is only an app away, so tap that app today! originally appeared on Gadling on Tue, 15 Feb 2011 12:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
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