Ministry of Public Health hands out ‘free condoms’ from water dispensers after teenagers point out their freshness Until the number of people infected with the disease increased 3-fold, revealing that people are not afraid of pregnancy. Choose a single implant contraceptive method.
Doctor Thongchai Keeratihatthayakorn Director General of the Department of Disease Control said the department is working on condoms, anytime, anywhere, piloting the launch of a condom vending machine on 15 February 2024 at the amphitheater, LG floor, Siam Square One. Bangkok
The Department has been in discussions with the private sector that operates drink and snack vending machines. There is currently a company, Sunvending Technology Public Company Limited, which will try to operate it as a business or social activity. CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) as an example Bringing condoms and HIV test kits. Place it in the aforementioned locker so you can use it for free.
This will be trialled at 10 kiosks across Bangkok, which will be set up in universities. mall Regarding the HIV self-test kit The National Health Security Office (NHSO) is already included in everyone’s benefits package.
Condoms are purchased and distributed every year. But there is a problem with the distribution. Therefore it is necessary to collaborate with the private sector. Regarding help in distribution via vending machines for drinks. Previously, there were two test booths at Siam Square One. and Thonburi University in Bangkok It seems to have received a great response.
However, the situation of sexually transmitted diseases There is a tendency to increase continuously. especially syphilis It was found that the morbidity rate in 2023 increased 2 times compared to 2018 from the 11 morbidity rate increased to 24.8 per 100,000 people and increased 3 times in the youth group from the 27.9 morbidity rate increased to 90.5 per 100,000 people. The most common cause is unprotected sex.
Dr Thongchai also said the department needs to campaign for people to use condoms. Because today sexually transmitted diseases are on the rise. Especially among adolescents Why people are not afraid of pregnancy Choosing to use the contraceptive method of implanting a single contraceptive needle. Therefore do not use a condom. The department needs to campaign on condom use. It also helps prevent sexually transmitted diseases, not just by preventing pregnancy.
source: Matichon online
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