Lecture Notes

Sexually transmitted infections, or STIs, are an epidemic and are linked to behavior and other factors. The sociocultural taboos associated with STIs are a major barrier to prevention and treatment. These infections are a serious public health issue that requires greater personal and public attention and resources. In this lecture we will cover the STI epidemic, principle STI including incidence, transmission, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment, STIs among women, and how to prevent STIs.