New Data Show That STDs Remain Far Too High
Even in the face of a pandemic, 2.4 million cases of chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis were reported.
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Sexually Transmitted Disease Surveillance, 2020 serves as a reminder that STDs remain a significant public health concern, even in the face of a pandemic. In 2020, COVID-19 significantly affected STD surveillance and prevention efforts. After reviewing preliminary 2021 surveillance data, it is clear the pandemic continued to affect trends in diagnosed and reported STDs. The 2020 and 2021 reports reflect the realities of a strained public health infrastructure, while simultaneously providing the most current data on reported cases of STDs in the United States. Trends presented in 2020 and 2021 should be interpreted cautiously.
What are STDs
STDs are infections that are spread from one person to another, usually during vaginal, anal, and oral sex. They’re really common, and lots of people who have them don’t have any symptoms. Without treatment, STDs can lead to serious health problems. But the good news is that getting tested is no big deal, and most STDs are easy to treat.