Today marks World Contraception Day.
Sexual health campaigns are being developed at a university to encourage condom use.
A World Health Organisation report recently revealed "high rates of unprotected sex" among young adults.
Today is World Contraception Day, and the "far reaching" consequences of STIs and unintended pregnancies are being emphasised.
Ellie O'Neill, VP for Welfare at SETU Carlow's Students' Union, says they're trying to encourage the use of contraceptives:
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