Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs / STDs)



Am I really at risk to get a STD?

According to the CDC, there are more than 110 million men and women infected with a STD.

Source: CDC Fact Sheet: Incidence, Prevalence, and Cost of Sexually Transmitted Infections in the United States


How many people are infected with a STD?

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Each year, the CDC estimates that there are 20 million new cases of STDs.
America’s youth aged 15-24 make up one-quarter of the sexually active population, but account for one-half of the 20 million new infections.

Source: CDC Fact Sheet: Incidence, Prevalence, and Cost of Sexually Transmitted Infections in the United States


Aren’t some STDs a Virus?

Yes, the most common STD is a virus, Human Papillomavirus (HPV), the virus which can cause some forms of cancer. Other viruses such as Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV-2) and HIV cause lifelong infections.

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Source: CDC Fact Sheet: Incidence, Prevalence, and Cost of Sexually Transmitted Infections in the United States


Will condoms protect me from getting a STD?

When used consistently and correctly, condoms can reduce the risk of contracting a STD. But it is important to remember you can be infected with a STD even when using condoms 100% of the time. The only guaranteed way to avoid infection of a STD is to practice sexual abstinence while single.

Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Condoms and STDs: Fact Sheet for Public Health Personnel.


Can STDs be cured?

Some STDs can be treated with antibiotics. However, many of these infections go untreated because they often have no symptoms.

Viral infections are not curable and have potentially severe long-term health issues. For example, HSV-2 can lead to a painful chronic infection for the person infected. In pregnancy this virus can lead to miscarriage, preterm birth and fatal infections for the newborn.

HIV damages the immune system of the person infected leaving them susceptible to a number of diseases. This means the HIV infected person may have AIDS. In the United States, 18,000 people die from AIDS every year.

Source: CDC Fact Sheet: Incidence, Prevalence, and Cost of Sexually Transmitted Infections in the United States





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A Place for Women in Waipio provides free, confidential services to assist with unexpected pregnancy. The Center does not perform or refer for abortions.

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Click the button to the left to see a brochure that gives you some things to consider about your possible sexual exposure.


Source: @2009 Heritage House '76 Inc. "Your Sexual Exposure?”
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