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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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    Sexually transmitted diseases are a type of disease that can be passed from person to person by many forms of sexual contact. These different forms of contact can be oral, anal, or vaginal. STDs are seen in different forms such as bumps, rashes, or unseen to the naked eye. Some common STDs are chlamydia, herpes, syphilis, and HIV/AIDS. A person of any gender, race, or age can get an STD but there is different stigma attached to that person depending on their gender. Gender influences people to view

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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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    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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    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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    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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    Introduction Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis, which can damage the reproductive organs of women. This disease has been increasing over the years with the largest number infected during the famous and expected spring break holiday which a lot of high school and college kids participate. During Spring break alcohol, sex and drugs are encouraged within kids that leads to STD’s and fatal outcomes. Christopher J. Correia in his book College

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