One of the biggest draws of summer in Philadelphia is its carefreeness. Schedules are more relaxed, school’s out, the weather and community events offer many opportunities for later nights and meetups. However, what makes summer so attractive drives a need for greater vigilance when it comes to sexual health. This is why the Philadelphia Department of Public Health is doubling down on Take Control Philly — an ongoing initiative that in 2025 will pair the distribution of 1.2 million free condoms with other efforts to promote sexual health among Philadelphians.

Some statistics demonstrate why we need integrated, targeted programs like Take Control Philly, which prioritizes Philadelphians aged 13 to 19. This year, Philadelphia ranked second highest among 100 metro areas with the highest rate

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