Jennifer Mendoza
Research expert covering health, pharma and medtech
Contraceptive methods in Italy - Statistics & Facts
Contraception includes all female and male contraceptive methods, which prevent unintended pregnancies and, in some cases simultaneously protect against STDs including HIV. However, as of 2021, among people with STDs in Italy just a minority always used a condom during intercourse. Regarding access to modern contraception, defined by factors as affordability, availability, and information, Italy ranked quite low among other European countries in 2020. This figure was consistent with the share of young adults not using any kind of contraceptives in 2023, which in Italy amounted to 16.4 percent.
