Which of the following age groups is generally the most susceptible to get infected with STD?
Which of the following age groups is generally the most susceptible to get infected with STD?
The correct option is C 15-24 years
Compared to adults, adolescents ranging from 15-24 years have a higher risk of contracting STDs.
The higher prevalence of STDs among adolescents may be due to the early onset of sexual intercourse, multiple sexual partners, and lack of use of preventive methods like condoms. The higher incidences of infection in them also reflect multiple barriers to accessing quality STD prevention and management services, including
a) inability to pay
b) lack of transportation
c) long waiting times
d) conflict between clinic hours and work and school schedules
e) embarrassment attached to seeking STD services
f) method of specimen collection
g) concerns about confidentiality.
Compared to adults, adolescents ranging from 15-24 years have a higher risk of contracting STDs.
The higher prevalence of STDs among adolescents may be due to the early onset of sexual intercourse, multiple sexual partners, and lack of use of preventive methods like condoms. The higher incidences of infection in them also reflect multiple barriers to accessing quality STD prevention and management services, including
a) inability to pay
b) lack of transportation
c) long waiting times
d) conflict between clinic hours and work and school schedules
e) embarrassment attached to seeking STD services
f) method of specimen collection
g) concerns about confidentiality.
