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Porn stars protest proposed tougher rules requiring condom use on sets

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Porn actors and actresses Tuesday protested the possible strengthening of rules requiring condom use in adult movies at a California occupational health and safety hearing in downtown Los Angeles.

Performers said they understood the risks of not using condoms, but believe current industry practices, which involve screening for some sexually transmitted diseases monthly, were enough to protect them.

“There is no way to make the industry risk-free. Making things safer does not make it safe,” said a porn actor whose stage name is Jeremy Steele. “If you’re worried or paranoid, you should not be in this industry.”

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