Distribution and Spread of Susceptible and Resistant Gonorrhea in New York City
Isolates were clustered based on patient sexual behavior and race/ethnicity to assess antibiotic resistance as a major driver of gonorrhea transmission in NYC.
Diagnosis & Disease Information
Crowd Diagnosis of STDs Frequently Sought Online
Crowd diagnosis of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) is common online, according to a research letter published in the Journal of the American Medical Association.
Most Physicians Treating STIs Do Not Have Meds on Hand
Most office-based physicians who provide sexually transmitted infections (STIs) services report not having on-site access to the recommended injectable medications for same-day treatment of gonorrhea and syphilis.
New App Lets Consumers Order STD Tests and Get Treatment via Telemedicine
Results – including the date you were checked and a list of what you were checked for – can be shared by users through text, e-mail or on dating profiles.
CDC: US STD Cases Reached Record High in 2016
In 2016, the number of cases of chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis reported in the US peaked, exceeding 2 million, according to the CDC.
STD Services for Adolescents Affected by Confidentiality Issues
Teens who spend time alone with their health care provider report more receipt of sexual risk assessment.
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease Affected 2.5 Million American Women
The high rate of chlamydia and gonorrhea infections in the US means many women are at risk.
Incorporating Sexual Health in Clinical Care
Sexual health concerns will frequently surface first in conversation with primary care providers.
Using Social Apps To Increase HIV Testing Among MSM
The year-long study period showed that the intervention group had a testing rate of 63.7%, compared to the comparison group of 42%.
STD Rates at Record High in United States in 2015
The CDC suggests that more prevention efforts are needed in order to keep STD cases low.
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