Proper Condom Disposal: A Health and Environmental Concern

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Careless disposal of condoms poses health and environmental risks. Over 10 billion male latex condoms are produced yearly worldwide. Dr Prashant Jain of PSRI Hospital advises wrapping used condoms in paper and discarding them in closed dustbins. He warns against leaving condoms in open spaces or flushing them down toilets. Used condoms can spread infections and harm marine life if not disposed of properly. To safely dispose of a condom, wrap it in tissue paper or a paper bag and throw it in a closed dustbin. (Updated 1 Oct 2025, 23:08 IST; source: link)

Key Points

• Careless disposal of condoms poses health and environmental risks
• Over 10 billion male latex condoms are produced yearly worldwide
• Dr Prashant Jain of PSRI Hospital advises wrapping used condoms in paper and discarding them in closed dustbins