"The Decline of Condom Use in the Battle Against H.I.V."
A new study shows a significant decline in condom use among gay and bisexual men, particularly among young and Hispanic individuals, raising concerns about the effectiveness of prevention strategies in the fight against HIV. While prevention medication like PrEP has contributed to a moderate drop in HIV rates, it has not been widely adopted by Black and Hispanic men. The overall decline in condom use, coupled with the focus on PrEP, has led to a rise in sexually transmitted infections, prompting calls for renewed emphasis on promoting condoms as a crucial prevention strategy.