by Dana Cropper Williams, National Coalition of STD Directors (NCSD)

April 14, 2010 - 6:00 am

American Indian and Alaska Native communities represent smaller numbers but higher risks for STD infection than those found in other sub-groups in the U.S. population. Addressing these requires focused strategies.

by Jodi Jacobson, Editor in Chief, RH Reality Check

November 24, 2009 - 8:14 am

An annual report on sexually transmitted diseases released today by the US Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reports that in 2008 adolescent girls 15–19 years of age had the largest reported number of chlamydia and gonorrhea cases when compared to any other age group.

by Amanda Marcotte, RH Reality Check

November 24, 2009 - 6:00 am

An epidemic of sexually transmitted infections in the U.S. disproportionately affects blacks, youth, gays and the poor. Talking openly about sex is the first step in prevention.