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Now, a female condom that wards off STD

London: Researchers have developed a female condom that not only provides contraception but can also protect against sexually transmitted diseases (STD) and conveniently dissolves gradually over a few days.Researchers at the University of Washington (UW)

IANS IANS Updated on: December 12, 2012 7:26 IST
now a female condom that wards off std
now a female condom that wards off std

London: Researchers have developed a female condom that not only provides contraception but can also protect against sexually transmitted diseases (STD) and conveniently dissolves gradually over a few days.




Researchers at the University of Washington (UW) developed the condom from tiny microfibres through a method called 'electrospinning'. They are then designed to dissolve after use, either within minutes or over several days.

Not only would the condom block sperm, it could time-release a potent mix of anti-HIV drugs and hormonal contraceptives, the Daily Mail reported.

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