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    In the U.S. alone, there are over 65 million people who are infected with STD, or sexually transmitted disease. The best way of avoiding this disease is abstinence. There are many types and symptoms of this disease and not all of these infections and viruses have a treatment that will completely cure one. These diseases are not all fatal, but a couple of them could be. Teenagers make up about one third of the STD infected people in the United States, within one sexual encounter, the life of a teenager

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    Sexually Transmitted Diseases There are at least 25 different sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in the United States. STDs are most prevalent in teens and young adults. The correct use of latex condoms decreases the risk of transmitting a STD. The only guaranteed prevention against a STD is abstinence from any/all sexual activity. The incidence of STDs is almost non-existent in those involved in faithful marriages or in a mutually monogamous relationship with an uninfected partner

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    An STD/STI is any disease or infection that can be sexually transmitted. “The infections can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or parasites.” ( ) Currently, there are more than 20 STDs in the world. STDs can affect both men and women, with varying symptoms. There are some preventative methods for STDs, but not engaging in sexual activity is the best way to prevent STDs. Condoms, if used properly, can also be a way to prevent the spread of STDs. Topical microbicides are another barrier method

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    GONORRHEA INTRODUCTION Sexually Transmitted Diseases are one of the most common infectious diseases in the world. These diseases are primarily known as “Venereal Diseases”. An estimated range of 333 millions new cases having curable sexually transmitted diseases are found among adults every year. The United State is ranking high by transmitting sexually transmitted diseases (STD), which is increasingly high than other nations by 100 times. More than 70,000 people in US are suffering from gonorrheal

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    Running head: SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED Sexually Transmitted Diseases Sexually Transmitted Diseases More than 12 million Americans, 3 million of whom are teenagers, are affected with STDs each year. In 1995 STDs accounted for 87 percent of all cases reported among the top ten most frequently reported diseases in the United States. Since 1980, eight new sexually transmitted pathogens have been recognized in the United States. STDs may cause serious, life threatening complications including cancers

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    Sexually Transmitted Diseases Sexually transmitted diseases (STD) are one of the major causes of death in the United States, frequently in teenagers. Some of these sexual transmitted diseases do not have a cure and many others, if not treated properly, can lead to very serious complications as cancer. Quantities of the most common types of STD's are viral, bacterial, and parasitic animals. A virus in order to survive needs a living cell within which to replicate. Some viruses can survive outside

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    STDs (Sexually Transmitted Diseases) are diseases that are transmitted through sexual intercourse with another domestic partner. Usually STD’s are transmitted through oral, anal, vaginal, or other sexually active bodily contact. Sexually Transmitted Diseases are 100% avoidable. There are many techniques, but the most effective way is to have sexual intercourse with only one partner in your whole life, making sure that your partner didn’t have sexual involvements with anyone else. Another method is

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    Sexually Transmitted Disease Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD’s). STD’s is a contagious disease it can be spread by sharing a drink. Skin to skin contact. You can even get STD’s by a kiss you can basically get STD’s anywhere you go. The most common way to get STD’s is by unprotected sex. Having more than one sex partner can cause STD’s too. STD’s is a really interesting topic just because of the outbreak and the risk. It’s very sad because it is very crazy how many people

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    This paper examines five peer reviewed studies that report on results from research conducted about sexually transmitted diseases. The purpose of this study is to identify the relationship between social disparities and sexually transmitted diseases in Dallas and Collin Counties. There are certain people who are predisposed to being at a greater risk for transmitting sexually transmitted diseases in the United States given their demographic and socioeconomic status. The studies have shown without

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    Sexually Transmitted Diseases Currently, reported sexually transmitted infections are at a record high in this day and age. STI reports are getting higher and higher each year, new cases grow higher every day, especially in young adults and teens. For example, during 2014-2015 the rate for syphilis increased 18.1% among men and 27.3% among women (“Sexually Transmitted Disease Surveillance 2015” 31). And although STI’s are completely preventable, they are still being spread like wildfire from

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