The Special Focus Profiles highlight trends and distribution of sexually transmitted
diseases
(STDs) in populations of particular interest for STD and HIV prevention programs
in state and local
health departments. These populations are most vulnerable to STDs and their consequences:
women and infants; adolescents and young adults; minorities; men who have sex
with men (MSM);
persons entering corrections facilities; and populations in the southern United
States. The Special
Focus Profiles refer to figures located in disease-specific sections in the National
Profile and additional
figures (Figures A-MM) that highlight specific points made in the text.
