Did You Know? - March 29, 2013

March 29, 2013 The latest estimates [PDF-1.6MB] show there are about 20 million new sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in the US each year, costing the health-care system nearly $16 billion in direct medical costs. Genital human papillomavirus (HPV) accounts for the majority of prevalent STIs in the United States. Genital herpes, hepatitis B, and HIV are other viral STIs; together they account for nearly one-quarter of all prevalent STIs. CDC’s fact sheets are useful tools for sharing STI prevention messages and are available for syndication on partners’ websites. Please share this email with others interested in improving public health practice through evidence-based strategies. A library of "Did You Know?" information is available online.