The Welfare Officer provides students with free condoms. Just visit her office in House 6 to pick some up and stay protected. Condoms (rubbers, johnnys, prophylactics) A condom is a rubber sheath rolled over the erect penis before sexual intercourse. The condom prevents the semen from entering the vagina. Sperm is often emitted before intercourse; therefore any close genital contact before foreplay may permit sperm to enter the vagina. Advantages: prevents the transmission of HIV and most STDs; easy to use; easily obtainable Disadvantages: some people find using a condom dulls the sensation for them; may slip off or split if not used correctly. The Female Condom This consists of a polyurethane sheath with two rings that lies in the vagina during intercourse. Unlike the male condom, it can be inserted anytime before sex. When using, it is important to ensure that the penis enters the condom, rather than slipping between the condom and the vagina. The Pill The contraceptive…