9. 1950s-70s
In 1957, Durex introduced the world's first lubricated condom. From 1955–1965, 42% of sexually-active people relied on condoms for birth control. In the UK, 60% of married couples used condoms.
10. 1980s-90s
Following the AIDS crisis, condoms were sold in a wider variety of retail outlets, including in supermarkets and in discount department stores. In 1991, Condomania (America’s first condom emporium), opened in New York City.
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