The shortage in free condoms and lubricants across New York City is attributed to a disruption in federal funding, affecting the city's Condom Availability Program.
Health officials stated that procurement for safer sex products is underway and expect inventory to be available for order by mid-October.
The city last received a shipment of safer sex products in May, distributing 878,000 items, including over 400,000 condoms.
Nonprofits reported that the stock for condoms and lube has been low or nonexistent since the beginning of 2024, indicating a significant issue.
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