April is Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Awareness Month. STI infection is a growing problem across the country and Clayton County is no exception.
According to the CDC:
- There are at least 19 million new cases of STIs every year in the United States.
- In 2009, there were more than 1.5 million total cases of chlamydia and gonorrhea reported to the CDC - making them the two most commonly reported STIs in the United States.
- Direct annual medical costs associated with STIs in the United States are estimated at $17 billion.
STIs affect teens, adults, and senior adults from every race, culture, and economic background. Anyone who is sexually active, whether they are single or in a committed relationship, are at risk of getting an STI. While certain population segments have greater risk factors, anyone can get an STI at any time.
Please click on these useful links to learn more about STIs and how to protect yourself:
Download CCBOH's "April is STI Awareness Month" flier
Download CCBOH's STI Awareness Month PowerPoint presentation for Clayton public schools
Visit CDC's STI Awareness page
Visit MTV's "Get Yourself Tested" campaign website