Gender Differences Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices on Condom Use in Preventing Sexually Transmitted Infections in Cebu City

Effective prevention of sexually transmitted diseases (STIs) depends on personal knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP), which remain an essential issue for the public. This study assessed Cebu City citizens' gender-based KAP regarding condom use as an STI prevention strategy. In four barangays—Apas, Carreta, Guadalupe, and Mabolo—a sample of 384 respondents was polled using a quantitative descriptive-correlational approach. A validated KAP questionnaire was used for data collection, and chi-square tests, Cramer's V, and Pearson's correlation were used for statistical analysis. The results showed that people were highly aware of the need for condoms in avoiding STIs. Nonetheless, deficiencies in official instruction regarding the appropriate use of condoms and restricted access to resources were observed. Although condom use was usually viewed favorably, perceptions were significantly impacted by cultural and religious influences. Although problems with irregular use and inappropriate storage were noted, condom-related practices demonstrated a moderate congruence with knowledge and attitudes. Age and gender, in particular, showed a high correlation with the KAP dimensions. These findings highlight the necessity of focused educational initiatives and increased condom accessibility to fill up knowledge gaps, change attitudes, and promote regular and appropriate usage. This study supports public health initiatives by emphasizing sociocultural and behavioral elements important for STI prevention in Cebu City.

Gender-based, Condom use, sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), Awareness, Sexual practices

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