Half a million condoms aimed at controlling the spread of AIDS will be distributed to the public over the next few days. Diario Libre reports that the distribution will be carried out by the Presidential AIDS Council (COPRESIDA) and is being supported by the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), according to Alberto Fiallo, who represents the state institution. Fiallo reported that the target is to distribute 10 million condoms with a total investment of approximately RD$2 million yearly. UNFPA representative Gilka Melendez said that their support covers the acquisition, promotion of use, financing and storage of the condoms.