
STI Rates Soar Among Adults 55 and Older, Prompting Call for Safe Sex Education
CDC data shows that rates of chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis have more than doubled among adults aged 55 and older in the U.S. over the past decade. Factors such as longer life expectancy, active lifestyles, and lack of comprehensive sex education contribute to the rise. Experts emphasize the need for better sex education for older adults, as well as the importance of discussing safe sex practices with healthcare providers to prevent the spread of sexually transmitted infections in this age group.

