Sex, Seniors, and STIs

Sexually transmitted infections are on the rise in the U.S.—and older adults are not exempt

Sexually transmitted infections
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Blame Viagra, or just the fact that Americans are living longer, healthier lives. For several reasons, sexually transmitted diseases (more accurately called sexually transmitted infections, or STIs, because it’s possible to be infected without developing any symptoms or signs) are still rising ...

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