STD Multimedia Resources
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STDs in the United States, 2018

Congenital Syphilis in the U.S., 2018

Gonorrhea in the U.S., 2018

Chlamydia in the U.S., 2018

Syphilis in the U.S., 2018

Primary and Secondary Syphilis, 2018

All Stages of Syphilis, 2018

The Value of Chlamydia Screening

Illustration of syphilis bacteria

Illustration of Neisseria gonorrhoeae

Illustration of Chlamydia trachomatis bacteria
Reported cases of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in the United States decreased during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic, but most resurged by the end of that year. Reported cases of gonorrhea, syphilis, and congenital syphilis surpassed 2019 levels, while chlamydia declined (likely due to decreased STD screening and underdiagnosis during the pandemic). The data provide the clearest picture yet of COVID-19’s impact on the U.S. STD epidemic.

Weekly reported U.S. STD cases: 2020 vs. 2019

Syphilis in newborns is on the rise in the U.S.
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Casos semanales reportados de ETS en EE.UU.: 2020 comparado al 2019

La sífilis en recién nacidos está aumentando en los Estados Unidos
CDC dataexternal icon show that during March-April 2020, reported STD cases dramatically decreased compared to the same time in 2019. However, a resurgence in gonorrhea and syphilis cases later in the year suggest overall STDs may have increased during 2020.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, reported STDs in the U.S. dropped then resurged
CDC data show that reported annual cases of STDs in the United States continued to climb in 2019, reaching an all-time high for the sixth consecutive year.

6th consecutive year of RECORD-BREAKING STD cases

Disparities in STDs persist among racial & ethnic minority groups

Latest CDC Estimates Reveal Nearly 68 Million STIs in the U.S., and 27 Million New Infections
CDC estimates that on any given day in 2018, 1 in 5 people in the U.S. had a sexually transmitted infection (STI). Analyses, published in the journal Sexually Transmitted Diseases, show the burden of diagnosed and undiagnosed STIs in the U.S., and the estimated medical costs associated with STIs.

STIs Remain Common and Costly to the Nation’s Health

STIs in 2018 (Prevalence)

Latest CDC Estimates Reveal Nearly 68 Million STIs in the U.S., and 27 Million New Infections

STIs Cost the U.S. Healthcare System Billions Each Year

Nearly Half of All New Infections Occur Among Nation’s Youth
Using 2018 data, CDC researchers found that testing and treatment gaps accounted for half of newborn syphilis cases in the U.S. Prevention gaps differed by region.

Test and Treat to Prevent Syphilis in Newborns

Closing U.S. Prevention Gaps is Critical to Reduce Syphilis in Newborns

Illustration of Neisseria gonorrhoeae Under Microscope

Estimated number of new sexually transmitted infections

Primary and Secondary Syphilis in the U.S., 2000-2014

Most Reported Chlamydia and Gonorrhea Infections Occur among 15-24-Year-Olds

Syphilis in Newborns is on the Rise

Syphilis Testing is Essential for All Pregnant Women

Syphilis in Newborns is on the Rise

Syphilis Testing is Essential for All Pregnant Women

Syphilis in Newborns: The State of the Nation

The U.S. is Experiencing Steep, Sustained Increases in STDs

Undiagnosed STDs Can Lead to Severe Health Problems

Continued Concerns About Antibiotic Resistant Gonorrhea

Steep, Sustained Increases in STDs, 2013-2017

Increase in syphilis among newborns is accelerating

Burden of syphilis highest among men, particularly gay and bisexual

Dr. Jonathan Mermin on the need to mobilize, rebuild, and expand STD services

Dr. Gail Bolan on talking more openly about STDs

Gay and Bisexual Men Face Highest – and Rising – Number of Syphilis

Most Reported Chlamydia and Gonorrhea Infections Occur among 15-24-Year-Olds
Below are audio clips featuring NCHHSTP Director Jonathan Mermin, MD, MPH and Division of STD Director Gail Bolan, MD. To save the audio clip, right click the audio player and select the “Save audio as…” option.
Dr. Jonathan Mermin on the nation’s decisive moment regarding STDs
Dr. Jonathan Mermin on reversing the STD epidemics
Dr. Gail Bolan on the importance of talking openly about STDs
Dr. Gail Bolan on the devastating consequences of syphilis

Primary and secondary syphilis rates among MSM by U.S. State – 44 states, 2015

Many do not know they’re infected because STIs often have no symptoms

Young people account for a substantial proportion of new STIs

Young people can protect themselves

Consequences are particularly severe for young women

Youth bear disproportionate share of STIs

Unique factors place youth at risk