Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)

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The latest additions, as well as new resources and programs.

Adolescents & Young Adults
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15-24 year olds account for almost half of all new STD infections.

Gay, Bisexual & Other MSM
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Men who have sex with men have higher rates of STDs.

STDs during Pregnancy
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For a healthier baby, ask your doctor about STD testing.

Key Resources

STI Treatment Guidelines, 2021

STI Treatment Guidelines, 2021

STD Surveillance 2020

STD Surveillance 2020

STD Fact Sheets

STD Fact Sheets

Just Diagnosed?

Just Diagnosed?

STD Risk & Oral Sex

STD Risk & Oral Sex

Enfermedades de transmisión sexual (ETS)

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Data & Statistics
Laboratory Information
Prevention
Program Management & Evaluation Tools
Projects & Initiatives
Tools & Materials
Training
Treatment & Screening
Diseases and Related Conditions

There are dozens of STDs. Some STDs, such as syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia, are spread mainly by sexual contact. Other diseases, including Zika and Ebola, can be spread sexually but are more often spread through ways other than sex.

About the Division of STD Prevention (DSTDP)
Page last reviewed: June 29, 2022
Content source: Division of STD Prevention, National Center for HIV, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and TB Prevention, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention