Adult Sexually Transmitted Disease Reduction (ASTDR)
Youth
Only ones receiving information/education on STDs
Thought to be the majority of STD rates
Myths
Help for elderly is easily available
Only youth need education about testing
Over 50 years old do not have sexual intercourse
50+ age range
Mixed Black Males have the highest STD rates
Multiple sexual partners, risky behaviors, no protection, and forced sex among women
Sexual minority women in different ethnic groups are at higher risk
Only 6% questioned by health professionals about testing
Studies
Out of 219 women, a study showed 50 started to use safe sex practice after group studies
More types of testing needed
Clinical awareness
AIDS/HIV/Diseases related to depression
Related findings
Worldwide
In 2030 70 million adults will be aged 65 years or older
Only 15/50 states had needed materials for STD testing
Sexual routine lacking in older generation
Rise of divorce rates after the age of 50
Disease Reduction
Asymptomatic screening has been a helpful addition to STD testing
