Sri Lanka, Sept. 10 -- Health officials are urging people to use condoms correctly and consistently to reduce the risk of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs), while warning against the use of substandard condoms.

The call comes as the National STD/AIDS Control Programme (NSACP) steps up efforts to expand HIV testing and improve access to HIV prevention services.

As part of these efforts, the NSACP is encouraging the public to use the KNOW4SURE.LK online platform to access HIV prevention and testing services, including HIV self-testing and discreetly ordering quality condoms and lubricants.

Consultant Venereologist Dr. Vino Dharmakulasinghe of the NSACP told the Daily Mirror that the platform provides a convenient and ...