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Celebrities and politicians sign up for National Condom Week Ben Townley,

Gay.com UK Monday 10 May, 2004 13:11

National Condom Week is set to begin this week, with support from politicians and celebrities.

The annual week, organised by Durex and set to run from the 12th to the 16th, comes as experts at some health groups warn of the "sexual health crisis" in the UK.

Speaking on behalf of Terrence Higgins Trust, Colin Dixon has warned that the impact of STIs is being felt now more than it ever has.

“The UK is in the middle of a sexual health crisis as more people are testing positive for sexually transmitted infections and HIV today than at any point since the NHS began," Dixon said.

He adds that events such as Condom Week will help raise awareness of the issues surrounding sexual health, and ensure the next generation is protected as much as possible.

The week is also being support by politicians, including the chair of the Health Select Committee, David Hinchliffe.

"Sex features heavily in our media and young people are therefore influenced by it at an early age," he said today.

"It’s vital they receive good sex education at an appropriate age so they’re able to make informed choices about their sexual health."

Celebrities backing the campaign include DJ Sara Cox, actor Martin Clunes and So Solid Crew MC Squami.

It will see free sexual health leaflets distributed throughout Superdrug stores, which will also give a 50p donation to THT for every pack of Durex condoms sold.

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