The incidence of STIs in youth has increased dramatically in
the last 20 years. Due to the high incidence of STIs, and the
increasing spread of HIV infection, prevention and treatment
of STIs are health priorities for young people. The slides that
follow discuss STI risks and consequences, STIs common in young
adults, STI prevention issues, STI counseling and risk assessment
including voluntary counseling and testing, and STI management
and treatment. Providers who are serving youth need to learn
about STIs and how they affect young people.
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