What Are STDs? (KidsHealth.org)
KidsHealth.org - Each year, between 13 and 15 million new cases of sexually transmitted
diseases (STDs) are diagnosed in the United States. About a quarter of these
cases are in teens ages 15 to 19 - that means one out of every eight
adolescents contracts an STD. Unfortunately, many teens are unaware of the
dangers posed by STDs or how to prevent or identify them. As a parent, you can
help your teen stay safe by getting the facts about STDs . . . and discussing
them with your teen.
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