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Infarmed alerts to purchase of condoms without safety, performance and quality requirements
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Infarmed alerts to purchase of condoms without safety, performance and quality requirements

SAPO Notícias15 September 2026 at 12:40

The National Authority of Medicines and Health Products (Infarmed) issued an alert regarding the purchase of condoms that do not meet safety, performance, and quality requirements. The alert aims to protect consumers from products that do not comply with the established standards for these medical devices.

A digital campaign was launched with the goal of raising public awareness about the importance of safe and informed condom purchases. The campaign emphasizes that "protection also begins with the choice," encouraging consumers to be more attentive at the time of purchase.

This initiative comes in the context of the need to ensure that condoms available on the market comply with all safety and efficacy standards required by regulation. Infarmed warns that purchasing condoms without proper certifications may pose health risks to users.

Why this matters

This news is relevant for Portuguese consumers, who now have access to official guidance on how to identify condoms that comply with safety standards. Infarmed's campaign aims to protect public health by warning about the risks associated with purchasing products without proper certifications and quality requirements.

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