Responding to New Pope's Hard-Line Ban on Condoms, Condomania(R) Donates 30,000 'Madonna' Condoms

Los Angeles Gay and Lesbian Center and New York's Gay Men's Health Crisis to Provide Free Madonna Condoms With Each HIV Test

LOS ANGELES, April 27 /PRNewswire/ — Condomania (http://secure.condomania.com), America's first condom store, will provide 30,000 "Madonna" condoms to Los Angeles Gay and Lesbian Center (LAGLC) and Gay Men's Health Crisis in New York (GMHC) for distribution with each HIV test. The donated condoms, featuring the licensed image of pop icon Madonna, serve as Condomania's response to the new Pope's stance forbidding condom use to prevent sexually transmitted infections, including HIV. Vatican health secretary Cardinal Javier Lozano Barragan recently stated, "The use of prophylactics is unacceptable even as a solution to the problem of AIDS, because the objective is the fight against fornication."

Condomania CEO Adam Glickman explains, "Nearly 40 million people worldwide are infected with HIV — nearly 250,000 Americans don't even know they're infected. The Pope's unwavering opposition to condoms can only worsen this pandemic." Glickman continues, "Condom use and testing are critical to curbing the spread of HIV. While our selection of "Madonna" condoms is admittedly irreverent, the reality of the situation is quite tragic. If this encourages even one person to get tested and use condoms, then we've helped."

The L.A. Gay & Lesbian Center is the largest gay and lesbian organization in the world offering a wide array of services for the GLBT community, in addition to free and anonymous HIV testing for anyone, regardless of sexual orientation. Upon hearing the news of Condomania's donation, the Center's Chief Public Affairs Officer Jim Key stated, "We're grateful for Condomania's support and for calling attention to the Catholic Church's stance on condom use. AIDS is ravaging the world and by opposing the use of condoms, the Pope is contributing to the spread of this deadly plague. We all can, and must, protect ourselves."

Gay Men's Health Crisis is a not-for-profit, volunteer-supported and community-based organization committed to national leadership in the fight against AIDS. In fulfilling this mission, GMHC will remain true to its heritage by fighting homophobia and affirming the individual dignity of all gay men and lesbians. "Condoms have been universally proven to provide the best protection against HIV and other STIs. Using a condom, along with knowing one's HIV status, are key elements to stopping the transmission of HIV, thus saving lives. We're glad Condomania has taken such a lead on making condoms widely available," said George Ayala, Director of the Institute for Gay Men's Health, a collaboration between GMHC and AIDS Project Los Angeles (APLA).

About Condomania®

Condomania (http://secure.condomania.com), America's first condom store, was established June 1991. Today, Condomania's flagship store in New York and its website assist and educate shoppers of every age, gender and sexual orientation in purchasing condoms and safer-sex products, making safer sex fun, hip and accessible. Condomania is the home of TheyFit(TM) Condoms, the world's first sized-to-fit condoms in 55 sizes.

Kevin Segall
323-969-0102 x203 Kevin@condomania.com

CONDOMANIA AWARDS OVER 30,000 “MADONNA CONDOMS” TO NONPROFITS

Douglas County AIDS Project and Planned Parenthood are the big winners in Condomania’s Madonna Condom Giveaway

LOS ANGELES, October 25, 2004 – Condomania.com, America’s First Condom Store and home to TheyFit™ Sized-to-Fit Condoms, announced today the winners of its Madonna Condom Giveaway. Condomania created the contest to encourage the creative promotion of safer sex awareness. CEO Adam Glickman explains, “Over the last four years the Bush administration has distorted scientific knowledge to further a political and ideological agenda. Consequently, many young people have been denied access to honest sexual education and the information they need to protect themselves. For our part, we wanted to provide a fun way for health agencies to fight back and increase awareness about safer sex, sexually transmitted infections and the important role that condoms can play.”

The contest was open to nonprofit organizations who were interested developing a fun and unique way to use the condoms in their outreach or fundraising activities, and promote safer sex at the same time. Every valid entry received 100 free Condomania-brand Condoms, just for sending in a proposal.

The grand prize of 21,000 Madonna Condoms (7,000 3-packs featuring the pop singer’s licensed image from her early days) went to Douglas County Aids Project (DCAP) of Lawrence, Kansas. They specialize in HIV/AIDS services in a three county area in northeast Kansas. They plan to put the Madonna Condoms to use during Pride Week at the University of Kansas where they will host a Madonna look-alike drag show that will entertain and educate about safer sex and HIV/AIDS prevention.

Upon hearing the news, DCAP’s Executive Director Geri Summer exclaimed, “We are so thrilled! It came at a perfect time, too, as we had to reduce our budget this year due to cuts in funding.” Since the Center for Disease Control reports that over half of all new HIV infections occur in people under 25 years of age, the University of Kansas Drag show is an outstanding way to reach a high-risk population with safer sex education.

The second place prize of 6,000 Madonna Condoms (2,000 3-packs) went to Vox: Voices for Planned Parenthood of Franklin & Marshall College in Lancaster Pennsylvania. They plan to throw an 80s Safer Sex Party on campus with plenty of music by Madonna, sexy food, and games that educate about safer sex.

The third place prize of 3,000 Madonna Condoms (1,000 3-packs) went to the Planned Parenthood Association of Pennsylvania. They plan to hand out the Madonna Condoms during a “Pub Crawl” which they use to train their volunteers in the art of grassroots campaigning. They walk the streets and visit bars (where they are welcome), wearing shirts proclaiming their support for safer sex, handing out supplies, and registering supporters to vote and get involved with Planned Parenthood.

About Condomania®

Condomania (http://www.condomania.com), America's first condom store, was established June 1991, by Adam Glickman, who is considered to be one of the nation's foremost experts on condoms and safer sex issues. Both Condomania’s website, Condomania.com and its flagship retail store in New York City assist and educate shoppers of every age, sex, culture and sexual orientation in the purchase of condoms and safer-sex products, making safer sex fun, hip and accessible. Condomania is also home to TheyFit™, the world’s first line of sized-to-fit condoms in 55 custom-fit sizes.

KISS® AND Condomania.com DELIVER THE SECOND KISS KONDOM™ “STUDDED PAUL”: Legendary Rocker Paul Stanley Puts the “Stud” in “Studded Paul” KISS KONDOMs

LOS ANGELES, September 27, 2002 – As anticipated, the “Studded Paul” KISS KONDOM will be released on the heels of the overwhelmingly successful first KISS KONDOM, “Tongue Lubricated.” The KONDOMS will be available starting September 27, 2002 at Condomania.com (http://www.condomania.com), at Condomania’s flagship retail store in Greenwich Village, NY, and at more than 1,000 retail locations nationwide including Spencer Gifts stores, Tower Records stores, numerous music chains, convenience stores, specialty gift shops and KISSOnline.com.

Since coming on the scene 90 days ago, over 50,000 KISS KONDOMS have been sold. The first ever condom to display color photographic images of a person or licensed property on both the condom wrapper and on the box, KISS KONDOMS have forever changed the way safer sex products and their messages are marketed, distributed and sold, reaching new demographics.

The “Studded Paul” KISS KONDOM features a studded latex condom and images of Paul Stanley on the box and wrapper and is being launched in concert with the second issue of the highly popular Gene Simmons Tongue Magazine at a launch party in Los Angeles at Barfly on Sunset Blvd. on September 27, 2002.

“Social responsibility is important to me, so if a KISS KONDOM encourages someone to use a condom to help prevent an unwanted pregnancy or sexually transmitted disease, I’ve helped,” said Paul Stanley, lead vocalist and rhythm guitar player for KISS.

“Paul is a stud, something legions of our adoring fans have known for many years. Now more women will know what a ‘stud’ he truly is,” said KISS bass player Gene Simmons.

“We have entered a new era in the marketing of condoms,” noted Adam Glickman, president and founder of Condomania. “This is the first time that celebrities are lending their names and likeness to condoms, much the same way they do with perfumes, shoes and clothing. The positive response from the massive KISS following reinforces that this is a first and important step to transforming the way condoms will need to be sold and marketed to attract the illusive younger market.”

Added Glickman, “Condomania prides itself on its ability to come up with innovative ways to reach new audiences by using multiple distribution channels to celebrate safer sex products, making safer sex as enjoyable and non-intimidating as possible.”

About KISS KONDOMS™
The first condom in the KISS KONDOM product line, “Tongue Lubricated,” featured a bright red lubricated latex condom and images of Gene Simmons sporting his signature pose – his fully extended tongue – on the condom wrapper and box. After “Studded Paul,” the next product will be “Love Gun Protection,” to be introduced in early 2003 and will feature extra strength latex condoms and images of the whole group on the packaging. KISS KONDOMs are sold in packs of three with a suggested retail price of $4.95.

About Condomania®
Condomania, America's and the web’s first condom store, was established June 1991, by Adam Glickman, who is considered to be one of the nation's foremost experts on condoms and safer sex issues. Both Condomania’s website, Condomania.com (http://www.condomania.com), and its flagship retail store in New York City assist and educate shoppers of every age, sex, culture and sexual orientation in the purchase of condoms and safer-sex products, making safer sex fun, hip and accessible.

About KISS®
Since 1972, KISS has sold more than eighty million records and is the music industry’s all-time merchandising and licensing leader with over a billion dollars in revenue, half of that generated in the last 5 years, and 2,500 licensed products around the world.

Madonna Condoms Available in U.S. Market for the First Time CONDOMania.com Announces Availability Through Its Retail Store in Greenwich Village, N.Y., and Selected Music Retailers Launch to Coincide With Madonna's United States "Drowned World Tour"

LOS ANGELES—(BUSINESS WIRE)—Aug. 24, 2001—On the heels of the wide popularity of Madonna Condoms in 15 European countries and Japan over the last two years, CONDOMania, the nation's first retailer and retailer of condoms, today announced the availability of Madonna Condoms in the United States for the first time.

Made available to coincide with Madonna's United States "Drowned World Tour," the product will be sold through CONDOMania.com, its retail store in Greenwich Village, and selected music and novelty retailers.

The condom packaging shows a headshot of Madonna, taken from a series of nude photos shot during Madonna's younger years and licensed by photographer Martin Schrieber.

"CONDOMania's mission has always been to educate customers about the importance of using safer sex products, and if Madonna's picture on condoms helps promote that message, then we will promote and sell Madonna Condoms," said president and founder Adam Glickman.

The condoms will be available at CONDOMania's New York City store at 351 Bleecker St., on the web at http://www.condomania.com and in selected gift, record and novelty stores nationwide.

Now in its 10th year of taking a leadership position in touting safer sex issues, CONDOMania is once again charting new ground with the Madonna Condom. In addition to offering safer sex products, such as the Madonna Condom, CONDOMania.com has set a precedent of selling a wide variety of imaginative condoms and lubricants and providing education through its interactive search engines: "The Condom Wizard" and "Lucy Lube."

About CONDOMania

CONDOMania, America and the web's first condom store, was established in June 1991 by Adam Glickman, who is considered to be one of the nation's foremost experts on condoms and safer sex issues. CONDOMania's online store, located at www.condomania.com, assists and educates its customers of every age, sex, culture and sexual orientation in the purchase of condoms and safer-sex products, making safer sex fun, hip and accessible.

Astroglide Personal Lubricant Destroys HIV in Preliminary Tests

LOS ANGELES (April 20, 2000) — On Monday April 17th, 2000 Dr. Samuel Baron, M.D. presented research demonstrating that Astroglide Personal Lubricant destroyed HIV on contact in test tubes. Astroglide does not contain Nonoxynol-9, a spermicide commonly used in personal lubricants to help prevent the transmission of STD's, including HIV.

Dr. Baron is a Professor of Microbiology and Immunology of Internal Medicine, at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston. His announcement was made during presentation of his study at the 13th International Conference on Anti-Viral Research, in Baltimore Maryland. Dr. Baron is a Professor of Microbiology and Immunology of Internal Medicine, at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston. His announcement was made during presentation of his study at the 13th International Conference on Anti-Viral Research, in Baltimore Maryland.

While condoms are still the most recommended and reliable method of preventing sexually transmitted diseases, the addition of Astroglide may help decrease the transmission of HIV infection as well. Astroglide has been Condomania's most popular personal lubricant since 1991, both throughout Condomania's retail stores and web site, Condomania.com.

In 1999, Dr. Baron and colleagues began research to understand why HIV is rarely transmitted via oral contact (kissing, dental treatments, biting, etc.), even when blood or exudate is present. It was already known that very little free virus is present in the semen and other fluids of HIV carriers; the actual transmitting agent is more likely the HIV infected leukocyte. Saliva of infected individuals usually contains only noninfectious components of HIV, indicating some element was breaking down the virus. Dr. Baron's research, performed in vitro, (in test tubes rather than human participants), revealed that saliva's natural hypotonicity (low salt) rapidly disrupted 90% or more of the HIV- infected blood mononuclear leukocytes, with 10,000 fold or greater inhibition of the multiplication of the HIV surrogate viruses.

"Infected leukocytes are fragile" noted Dr. Baron. "When we found that saliva destroyed them, we began looking for other substances that would as effectively at the vulnerable vaginal and rectal sites. Ideally, we hoped to locate something familiar and easy to use, usable by women as well as men, safe, inexpensive, and readily available in the United States and Western markets. Because HIV is, in the majority of cases, sexually transmitted, we began our search for products used for sexual purposes that are sold over the counter. In this area, we studied preparations with the potential to prevent disease transmission by inactivating HIV infected white blood cells."

Dr. Baron, the makers of Astroglide and Condomania stress that although these findings are promising, additional clinical studies in humans are necessary to establish the effectiveness of Astroglide in stopping transmission of the HIV virus. Therefore, people should not rely on Astroglide to prevent transmission until human clinical trials are completed and the effectiveness of Astroglide to prevent HIV in people is known.

For further information please contact Adam Glickman at Condomania, 647 N. Poinsettia Place, Los Angeles, CA 90036. (323) 933-7865

Condomania Joins the ACLU to Fight the CDA II

LOS ANGELES (October 22, 1998) — Since its inception, Condomania (www.condomania.com) has been committed to safer sex outreach and education, and has in fact been widely credited for helping to increase the American public's awareness on these life-threatening issues. Condomania's hip, casual atmosphere, both in its stores and more recently online through its web site has been particularly popular with young people. Condomania's approach to safer sex education and the availability of quality safer sex products have successfully broken down barriers and helped thousands of people - teenagers included - to learn how to best protect themselves and the people they love.

Condomania receives regular commendations from parents of minors, who bring their children to the stores and order materials and products from Condomania's web site for them. Parents frequently tell us how much easier we have made it for them to broach the difficult subject of safer sex with their teenagers.

Even more importantly, Condomania serves as an informal crisis hotline, via its 800 number and especially its web site, answering questions on a daily basis from teens and adults regarding safer sex issues. For example, one 15 year old recently e-mailed Condomania asking for advice on how to handle her 17 year old boyfriend's pressure to have sex. The girl indicated that she did not feel ready, and was afraid. Condomania was able to urge her to wait until she felt comfortable, made suggestions on what she could say to her boyfriend, and above all, urged her to respect her own feelings and to practice safer sex when
she was ultimately ready. E-mails like this arrive almost daily due to Condomania's significant presence on the World Wide Web.

The value of the information and resources Condomania provides cannot be underestimated:

• The American Academy of Pediatrics has reported that the number of HIV infected teenagers in the U.S. doubles every fourteen months.
• According to the World Health Organization, half of all HIV infections worldwide occur between the ages of 15 and 19.
• And the United Nations has reported that 1 in every 100 sexually active adults (ages 15-49) worldwide is infected with HIV yet only one in 10 knows he/she is infected.

While people may giggle about our subject matter and we like to have a sense of humor too, the bottom line is that Condomania has helped to save lives.
Censorship or restricted access to the invaluable information and products we provide could have devastating effects. While many parents of minors support what we do, Condomania is perhaps that much more important for the minors who cannot talk about safer sex issues with their parents. We are committed to keeping these lines of communication open to the people who most need us. We are honored to participate in this litigation with the ACLU.

America's first condom store, Condomania now operates two retail stores located in Los Angeles and New York, a mail order division accessible by calling 1-800-9CONDOM and the premiere web site on the Internet for condoms and safer sex, www.condomania.com. Condomania focuses on assisting customers of every sex, age, culture and sexual orientation in the purchase of condoms and safer-sex products. Condomania features more than 300 condoms from around the world, as well as scores of gift and novelty items.

Condomania to Sponsor OurFirstTime

Hi,

As many of you now know, Condomania became the host and sponsor of Our First Time on Monday, July 22nd. Some of you have wondered why we would associate our company with such a public spectacle. To better explain our position, it may be helpful to back up a bit.

About a week before the world heard about the "teenagers" who were going to lose their "virginity" on the Internet, we were approached by Ken Tipton to sponsor ourfirsttime.com. Ken explained the whole story, including his intent to portray the fictional story as reality until the curtain dropped and the credits rolled. Although we found meaning in the message of the fictional story (promoting responsible sexual behavior) we were very uncomfortable with his duplicity and turned down Ken's request to get involved.

A few days later, word spread like wild fire on the net about ourfirsttime.com. The world's attention focused on the Internet phenomenon and the server that Ken had initially contracted melted down under the strain. After the IEG fiasco on Thursday, July 18th, Ken was left high and dry. Over one million people were trying to find ourfirsttime.com and no one could.

On Saturday, July 20th, we were back in touch with Ken to discuss our possible participation. We agreed to assist Ken in securing the bandwith and server necessary to host ourfirsttime.com only on the condition that he come clean and tell the real story. In addition, we insisted no adult advertisers would be accepted and that the site would be free for everyone to see. Ken had no problem with any of these conditions.

So, what compelled us to get in bed with the net's greatest hoaxster? Simply, the opportunity to be on center stage, to reveal ourfirsttime.com once and for all as a fictional site, and to promote Condomania and the messages of safer sex and responsible sexual behavior which have been at the core of our mission for seven years. Do we understand that Ken Tipton has left more than a few feeling deceived? Even down right peeved? Sure we do. But we also had a unique opportunity to help clear the air and foster important discussion on many issues, from safer sex to the power of the medium to responsible behavior, both in and out of bed.

Sincerely yours,

Adam K. Glickman

President

CONDOMANIA GOES CYBERMANIA: America's First Condom Store Launches a Revolutionary 500 Page Web Site

LOS ANGELES January 31,1996 — Condomania, the first condom store in the nation, has launched Condomania Online, a new site on the World Wide Web (http://WWW.CONDOMANIA.COM). Condomania Online is the cyberspace extension of Condomania's retail stores, featuring an online catalog, the latest safer sex information, regularly updated newsletters and editorials, and company information.

From all over the world, viewers can browse the site from the comfort and privacy of their own homes. Not only does the site dramatically improve the availability of safer sex products not typically found in many parts of the world, but it offers a wealth of information to people who might not otherwise have access to the facts about safer sex and the best products available today. Most revolutionary, Condomania is very proud to offer the world's first interactive condom search guide — the Condom Wizard. The Condom Wizard guides users though a series of individualized questions, and provides product recommendations, custom tailored to each person's needs and preferences. Never before has it been so easy to sort though the abundance of available products — whether the Condom Wizard is helping a first time buyer or a seasoned expert, the result is an exciting development for the future of safer sex. The Wizard is just the latest in Condomania's five year history of making the world of safer sex more user friendly.

The heart of the site is a full color, online catalog featuring over 250 of the most popular items from Condomania's stores. Each item is brought to life with stunning, creative photography and detailed information — all conveyed in Condomania's trademark "hip" and casual style. Condomania's years of leadership and expertise in the condom business offer the most informative, simple to understand information ever provided about the wide array of condoms available. In all, there are over 100 different condoms featured, categorized by style so consumers can easily find the condoms that are best suited for them. Each condom has been photographed fully inflated so the viewer can see its actual shape, size, texture and color. In addition, the dimensions for each condom are displayed alongside a picture and dimensions of an "average" condom, so that each condom can be statistically and visually compared. The Condom Wizard is tied into this entire system, so once the Wizard makes his recommendations, a viewer can quickly click over to detailed descriptions of each product.

In addition to condoms, the online catalog features lubricants, t-shirts, boxer shorts, novelty items, games, books and other products — all related to Condomania's theme of fun, safer sex. A "shopping cart" mechanism allows viewers to "drop" products that interest them into a "shopping cart" as they go through the catalog. At the end of their shopping trip, viewers go to a "check out stand," where they can review their selections and make any changes. To complete a purchase, viewers simply complete an online order form with their address and credit card number, or they can print out an order form at send it to Condomania via mail or fax. Of course, anyone call also call Condomania's toll free number, 1-800-9CONDOM, and place an order with the mail order division. All orders are shipped out within 48 hours, (customers are notified of back orders if a shipment will be delayed), and all packages are sent in discreet plain wrapping. The Condomania site also includes the 17 page Condomania Safer Sex Manual, which uses hip, honest language to educate and help people negotiate the many issues of safer sex, such as what to do if your partner refuses to practice safer sex. Two different monthly newsletters on the site provide additional information on the newest products and trends in the safer sex industry, and practical advice on how to incorporate safer sex into your life. The site also contains detailed information on sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV and AIDS, and information about Condomania's education and outreach programs, store locations, and company history.

Adam Glickman, Condomania's 29 year old founder and president, is the principle architect and inspiration for Condomania online. As one of the nation's experts on the marketing of safer sex, Glickman realized that the exploding interest in cyberspace offered the perfect forum to carry the message of safer sex into the 21st century. Glickman personally designed the look, feel and composition of Condomania Online, based on his experience with the success of Condomania's retail stores and mail order division.

Less than one year ago, Glickman was not all that familiar with the Internet: "When I first heard the term 'HTML' (Hyper Text Markup Language), I thought it sounded like a sexual transmitted disease." Nine months later, Glickman's "baby" was born — a site in which he produced all the computer generated images, wrote all of the copy and did a majority of the HTML coding. To help refine his efforts, Glickman hired Christopher Filkins, a marketing and Web consultant. Together, Glickman and Filkins constructed the entire site, over 500 pages filled with 750 images and custom photographs by Lydia Parchment.

Condomania Online has a friendly, inviting feel to it. Childlike fonts and colorful images create a fun environment in which to explore the catalog and comprehensive safer sex information. Remarks Glickman, "It was essential that the site be as approachable and relaxed as possible. The whole point of Condomania is to recognize that the issues of condom usage and safer sex are still difficult and awkward for many people. The Web site is constructed with these people in mind." Like the Condomania stores, Condomania online does not contain any adult, x-rated or pornographic images or text. At a time when worldwide concern is turned to the proliferation of "adult" sites on the Internet, Condomania offers a refreshing approach to the many aspects of sexuality, appropriate for all ages.

Although the site has only been open for a few days, orders have already come in from Japan and the Netherlands. Notes Glickman, " The Web site represents the ultimate fulfillment of the original vision — to offer the 'world of safersex' to people in a fun, informative and respectful way. Now people don't have to travel to access to best safer sex products available — Condomania comes to you!"

Condomania, the nation's first condom store, was established in June 1991, in New York City, to help meet the needs of safer Americans. Condomania focuses on assisting customers of every age, sex, culture and sexual orientation in learning about, and purchasing condoms and safer sex products.

New Plastic Condoms Are Made from HIV-Blocking Polyurethane: America's Leading Condom Retailer is Among The First to Sell The New Plastic Condom For Men

LOS ANGELES - January 1, 1995 - Condomania, the first condom store in the nation, has added the world's first polyurethane male condom, Avanti, to its vast assortment of condoms, lubricants and related products. The Avanti condom is made from a unique polyurethane substance, the first innovation in male condom material in 70 years.

Developed by London International, makers of Sheik and Ramses condoms, Avanti is the first and only male polyurethane condom to be marketed in the U.S. The unique properties of polyurethane give the Avanti many advantages over traditional latex condoms. According to London International, the polyurethane that is used to make Avanti is twice as strong as traditional latex, and at least twice as thin, which significantly increases sensitivity. The Avanti can also be used safely with oil-based lubricants, while latex condoms cannot. In addition, the Avanti is odorless, colorless and is a great alternative for people who are allergic to latex. Unlike latex condoms which act as an insulator, polyurethane condoms are heat conductive, warming to body temperature for a more natural feel. Most significantly, laboratory tests have shown that particles, even ones as small as sperm and HIV, cannot pass through the unique polyurethane material of Avanti.

According to the Centers For Disease Control, the number of Americans who are now HIV positive is over 1,000,000, or more than one in 100 sexually active Americans. Adam Glickman, Condomania's founder and president, states "The introduction of Avanti represents a dramatic step forward for safer sex. For the first time, we have a condom which will meet the demands of those who want to practice safer sex, but are not satisfied with the current selection of condoms."

When asked if he believes that the introduction of Avanti will inspire more people to practice safer sex, Glickman responds, "The Avanti will not only appeal to novice and seasoned condom users alike, it will have vast implications on the sociology of condom use. There are still thousands of men who know that they should be using condoms, or who may even want to use condoms, but do not because they are still bound by societal attitudes and stigmas, such as 'real men don't use condoms.' Others hide behind excuses like 'condoms don't feel good,' remembering the Trojan they used ten years ago. I believe the introduction of the high-tech Avanti will give these men a reason to use condoms, rationalizing that there may actually be something new to try, something better."

According to London International, various aspects of the Avanti were tested in user studies, and 70 percent of the participants felt that Avanti provided a more natural feeling and increased sensitivity when compared to their regular brand. In another study, 86 percent of the participants found Avanti to be more comfortable than their current brand of condom.

London International is introducing the Avanti on a regional basis, initially distributing to condom retailers west of the Rocky Mountains. National distribution will begin in the fall of 1995. Avanti is manufactured in two styles, Regular and Super Thin, and is currently available in Condomania's Los Angeles and New York locations, and through Condomania's mail order division (by calling 1-800-9CONDOM).

Established in New York in 1991, Condomania focuses on assisting customers of every age, sex, culture and sexual orientation in the purchase of condoms and safer sex products. Condomania's innovative boutiques feature over 300 condoms from around the world, merchandised by style to help the customer choose from the variety of products currently available, including extra-large and snugger fit condoms, Japanese ultra-thin condoms, flavored condoms and the recently introduced female condom, Reality.

In 1993 Condomania's Mail Order Division was established in response to the thousands of people requesting a way to order the best of Condomania's products from the comfort of their home. Today, people from all 50 states and many countries regularly call Condomania to order their favorite condoms and related products, or to find condoms that are not available in their area. All of Condomania's employees, including phone operators, are trained to take the complicated medical terminology, vague sexual innuendos and misinformation that often surround the discussion of sexually transmitted diseases, and translate these into clear and practical information that can be utilized.

All Condomania sales clerks and mail order operators have undergone special training over the past few weeks to answer questions that are likely to arise with the introduction of Avanti. Avanti is available at Condomania in three packs for $5.95 and in six packs for $10.95. For more information on Avanti, please contact London International's media contact: Edelman Medical Communications at 212-704-8246.

Condomania Introduces the Female Condom to America: America's Leading Condom Retailer is Among the First to Sell The Female Condom

LOS ANGELES - July 28, 1994 - This week, Condomania, the first condom boutique in the nation dedicated solely to selling condoms and safer sex specialty products, will add the female condom, Reality, to its vast assortment of male condoms, lubricants, and related products. To date, FDA-approved Reality has only been available through public health and family clinics. The much anticipated female condom will be sold in Condomania's New York, Los Angeles locations. Reality will also be available nationwide through Condomania's mail order division by calling 1-800-9CONDOM.

Developed by Wisconsin Female Health Company's Female Health Division, Reality is the first and only female condom to be marketed in the U.S. Reality is also the only product currently available that gives a woman control over protecting herself from sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV, the virus thought to cause AIDS, and to provide protection against pregnancy. Women have become the fastest-growing HIV-positive population, primarily through heterosexual sex. Recent Statistics place the number of HIV infected Americans to be over 10,000,000, meaning that more than one in l00 sexually active Americans are now HIV-positive. Adam Glickman, Condomania President, states "We are facing a national health crisis epidemic proportions. The female condom is a welcomed and necessary addition in our fight against AIDS and other sexually transmitted diseases."

Reality is made of polyurethane, a thin, strong plastic. Studies show that Reality rarely rips or tears during use. Intended for one-time, Reality consists of a soft sheath with two flexible rings: an inner ring to insert the sheath and hold it in place over the cervix; and another that forms the outer edge of the sheath. Reality covers the cervix and the vaginal canal and partially extends over the labia. The benefits of using the female condom most commonly cited by women, include: it feels more comfortable than traditional condoms, their partners prefer it, and they have control of their sexual health.

Anticipation of Reality's arrival has been building at Condomania for a long time. "For almost two years people from around the country have been relentlessly calling our stores and mail order operators asking for the female condom. I'm very pleased we can now tell people that we have it! More importantly, Reality represents the evolution of condom technology and offers an important choice for many women" remarks Glickman.

Established in New York in 1991, Condomania focuses on assisting customers of every age, sex, culture and sexual orientation in the purchase of condoms and safer sex products. Condomania's innovative boutiques feature over 300 condoms from around the world, merchandised by style to help the customer choose from theriety of products currently available, including extra-large and snugger fit condoms, Japanese ultra-thin condoms, flavored condoms.

In 1993 Condomania's Mail Order division was established in response to the thousands of people requesting a way to order the best of Condomania's products from the comfort of their home. Today, people from all 50 states and most countries regularly call Condomania to order their favorite condoms and related products, or to find condoms that are not available in their area. All of Condomania's employees, including phone operators, are trained to take the complicated medical terminology, vague sexual innuendos and misinformation that often surround the discussion of sexually transmitted diseases, and translate these into clear and practical information that can be utilized.

All Condomania sales clerks and mail order operators have undergone special training over the past few weeks to answer questions that are likely to come with the introduction of Reality. Reality will be sold at Condomania stores and through Condomania's mail order division in three packs for $11.95, and in six packs for $21.95.

Condomania Launches the First Hip "Safer Sex Kit" Percentage of the Proceeds to Leading HIV/AIDS Programs

Los Angeles - February 1, 1993 - Condomania, the first boutique in the nation solely dedicated to selling condoms and safer sex specialty products, has been largely responsible for helping to raise the nation's comfort level in dealing with condoms and issues surrounding safer sex. While Condomania's high energy stores have dramatically benefitted the cities where they are located, there is still a lack of this innovative, successful approach to safer sex in the rest of the nation. Condomania is proud to introduce the world's first hip, educational Safer Sex Kit, available nationwide via a toll free number.

The Condomania Safer Sex Kit includes nine assorted premium condoms, four packets of lubricant, four finger towelettes, one condom lollipop and a Dick n' Jane Condom. The kit also provides ten finger cots, two pair of latex gloves and four dental dams. Most importantly, the kit includes a comprehensive manual which uses hip, honest language to educate and help people negotiate the many issues of safer sex, such as what to do if your partner refuses to practice safer sex. Retailing at $19.95, the kit offers a fun introduction to the world of safer sex, perfect for everyone from teenagers to experienced condom users alike. The kit highlights the diversity of products available on the market emphasizing that there now exists "the right condom for everyone."

The information is not new, but the presentation is revolutionary. "We have the power to reach and influence a major segment of the population at risk, for Condomania is seen as 'hip' and 'cool' in an area which is full of frightening statistics and sterile warnings," says 26 year-old Condomania founder, Adam Glickman. "Condomania's hip approach to safer sex has fast become an important and successful trend. We embody the marketing influence of MTV, the recognition of the Hard Rock Cafe, the information of your family doctor, and the frankness of Dr. Ruth all rolled into one."

Glickman adds: "There are no lectures or scare tactics involved here. Instead, the kit manual offers an open, honest attitude that accepts sex completely and naturally, and offers options and information
about how to deal wth the concerns we must face. Most importantly, we respect the user. That respect is based on enjoying sex, while at the same time being responsible for one's own safety and imparting the attitude toward one's partner."

When purchasers order the kit by calling 1-800-9-CONDOM, their order is sent to their home in a standard generic brown package. Condomania recognizes that anonymity is an important issue for many people and the easier it is for people to have comfortable non-threatening access to safer sex products, the easier it will be for people to protect themselves.

Glickman was inspired to offer the kit by the number of mothers that visit Condomania to seek help in introducing the importance of safer sex to their teenage sons and daughters. The issues are confusing, and the facts can be intimidating to parents, teens and sexually active people of all ages. Glickman realized the need for a kit which was not only informational, but accessible and "user-friendly" as well.

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Condomania's commitment to the prevention of pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV, the virus thought to cause AIDS, is explified by numerous contributions to research, advocacy and support organizations. In recognition of the educational focus of the kit, a percentage of the proceeds of the Safer Sex Kit will go to two leading AIDS education research awareness programs.

Glickman comments: "People are less inhibited today about buying condoms and safer sex products, but for those who are, or simply don't live near a Condomania store, this Safer Sex Kit will fit the bill. The Safer Sex Kit addresses one of today's major concerns in an educational way, yet with a style that which will appeal to those who realize they need to address these issues responsibly.