The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported last year that the number of sexually transmitted diseases has risen. The report focused on the increase of chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis. Herpes, HIV, human papillomavirus, and trichomoniasis were not tracked for this study.
The age group 15 to 25 years old is the most vulnerable demographic, accounting for 50 percent of the 20 million people diagnosed annually with STDs. Dr. Gail Bolan, director of CDC's Division of STD Prevention released a statement noting that "To reverse the STD epidemic, we should all learn to talk more openly about STDs -- with our partners, parents, and providers."
Another concern according to Bolan is that approximately 21 health departments dealing with STD's directly have been closed nationwide. Consequently, access to diagnosis and treatment is limited. Still, with better education, safe sex practices, there is hope these numbers will ultimately go down.
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