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Malaysian Gynaecologist Invents World’s First Unisex Condom

today28 October 2021

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Source: FMT

Contraceptives range from birth control pills to IUD implants and even a patch – but now there’s one more to add to the list.

Usher in the world’s first unisex condom, created by a Malaysian gynaecologist, made from a medical grade material usually used as a dressing for injuries and wounds.

Medical supplies firm, Twin Catalyst’s gynaecologist, John Tang Ing Chinh hopes that his invention will empower people to take better control of their sexual health regardless of their sex or sexual orientation.

Source: Reuters

“It’s basically a regular condom with an adhesive covering,” says John.

“It’s a condom with an adhesive covering that attaches to the vagina or penis, as well as covering the adjacent area for extra protection.”

The adhesive is only applied to one side of the condom, he added, meaning it can be reversed and used by either sex.

Source: SAYS

The unisex condom is made out of polyurethane, which is a material…

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Written by: Quinny Tan