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What are some advantages of using a condom?
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Protection: Using a condom provides some protection agains sexually transmitted diseases, such as herpes, chlamydia, and gonorrhea.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Many: decrease chance of pregnancy and decreased chance of STD
Answered 10/30/2018
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