STDs a little knowledge...STDs aka Sexually Transmitted Diseases as well as STIs- Sexually Transmitted Infections are a growing epidemic within our modern society. After having passed the decadent sexual revolution of the 60's and the AIDS epidemic STDs are back on the increase.
Why?
Ever since a 20 year decline in the HIV/aids pandemic, a number of STDs have increased. STIs are higher amongst the younger population more so than our older generations. However, it still currently remains high in some regions regarding women minorities particularly in African/American women. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders were also at risk.
A look at just why STDs are increasing in young adults, despite our STDs Medical Health Campaigns is controversial. A recent statistical view of the number of adolescents who have become sexually active has risen and would give rise world wise to the prevalence of STDs.
More reported cases of unsafe sex with multiple partners are at risk in the cause of spreading STDs. While alcohol and drug use among young adults including college students were found to be another leading factor.
Social issues such as substance abuse and mental health had an impact on long-term safe sex as well as poor education in Sexual Health. In a recent study from WHO (World Health Organisation) health experts warn of the resistance to old antibiotic treatments that are no longer effective in the treatment of gonorrhoea. Further new treatments will need to be updated.
Types of STDs on the increase:
AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) In 2009 alone more than a quarter of cases who were diagnosed and reported were heterosexual.
Chlamydia 80% of cases reported have quadrupled in the last 10 years.
Syphilis A high number of cases have been reported in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait communities.
Genital Herpes HSV-2 Is now a growing number of 66% of women aged between 15-26 years of age. Australia and the US have the highest percentage.
STDs and exposure to the HIV Virus:
Recent reports that were researched shows that STDs further increase the chances of contracting HIV through wounds and ulcers in the genital area. Other risks that were found to increase HIV, were high levels of CD4 cells. The more STDs a person is carrying, the greater the risk of transmission. A person infected with both STDs and HIV will transmit the HIV virus.
WAYS TO PREVENT STDS:
By raising AWARENESS through advertising campaigns such as your Medical Health Centre and/or Sexual Health Centre.
Practicing SAFE SEX through the use of condoms is important in preventing STDs and HIV.
VACCINATIONS:
There are vaccinations available for the herpes HSV-2 virus at your local GP centre.
Using safe measures when it comes to alcohol and drug use. Limit your use of alcohol.
SAFE NEEDLE EXCHANGE Be careful not to share your needles. Use clean fits. Hepatitis C and Hepatitis B is common among drug users and is highly contagious through unprotected sex.
Seek Drug and Alcohol Counselling.
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