It also only focuses on the three infections that doctors are required by law to report: chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis. It doesn't include HIV, one of the most notorious STIs in the country. read more
Untreated STDs can lead to serious long-term health consequences, especially for adolescent girls and young women. CDC estimates that undiagnosed and untreated STDs cause at least 24,000 women in the United States each year to become infertile.5. Back to Top. Understanding Sexually Transmitted Diseases. Several factors contribute to the spread of STDs. read more