STDs in the United States: A Reference Handbook provides information about sexually transmitted diseases and infections and their impact on both an individual and a societal level. STDs in the United States: A Reference Handbook provides extensive background on the diagnosis, treatment, consequences, and public understanding of STDs. It also makes available to readers a host of tools and resources with which they can expand that understanding by carrying out additional research on the topic. While this book provides much of the information about STDs found in other books for young adults, it…mehr
STDs in the United States: A Reference Handbook provides information about sexually transmitted diseases and infections and their impact on both an individual and a societal level. STDs in the United States: A Reference Handbook provides extensive background on the diagnosis, treatment, consequences, and public understanding of STDs. It also makes available to readers a host of tools and resources with which they can expand that understanding by carrying out additional research on the topic. While this book provides much of the information about STDs found in other books for young adults, it does so in greater detail, which will help readers to make informed choices related to their sexual health. An array of resource materials includes information about important individuals and organizations in the field of STDs, a collection of data and relevant documents about STDs, an extensive annotated bibliography, a chronology, and a glossary. The first two chapters deal with the history and spread of STDs, along with detailed analysis of current related problems and possible solutions. An additional chapter includes essays by individuals writing on specific topics in the field.Hinweis: Dieser Artikel kann nur an eine deutsche Lieferadresse ausgeliefert werden.
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David E. Newton holds a BA in chemistry, an MA in education from the University of Michigan, and an EdD in science education from Harvard University.
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Preface 1 Background and History Sexual Diseases History of STIs in the Ancient World Mesopotamia Greece and Rome The Middle Ages The Appearance of Syphilis Treatments for STIs in History STIs: What and How? Theories of Miasma Cell Theory to Germ Theory The Discovery of Causative Agents for STIs The Viral Infections Herpes Hepatitis Human Papillomavirus Human Immunodeficiency Virus Diagnosis and Treatment Vaccines Conclusion References 2 Problems Controversies and Solutions "Cautious Exuberance" to "Troubled Concern " The Battle against Gonorrhea Syphilis: A Disheartening State of Affairs A New Kind of Challenge: Chlamydia A Harbinger of Cancer: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease HIV: An Epidemic under Control? Vaccine Successes: Hepatitis The Silent Epidemic: Herpes Emerging Sexually Transmitted Diseases Conclusion References 3 Perspectives Introduction Syringe Access and HIV by Stephen Alsum Expedited Partner Therapy and the Role It Can Play in Reducing Sexually Transmitted Infections by Lesli Choat Using Public Transportation to Increase Awareness of Syphilis by Josh Ferrer A New Era in the Stirrups by Stacy Mintzer Herlihy Stigma and STIs by Patricia Paluzzi Pregnancy and Sexually Transmitted Infections: A Missed Opportunity for Prevention by Chelsea Shannon Economic Coverage of HPV Vaccination by Mia Tsang HIV and Condom Negotiation by Liesl Nydegger 4 Profiles Introduction Advocates for Youth American Sexual Health Association American Sexually Transmitted Diseases Association amfAR: The Foundation for AIDS Research Baruch S. Blumberg (1925-2011) John C. Cutler (1915-2003) Division of STD Prevention Paul Ehrlich (1854-1915) Ian Frazer (1953-) Gay Men's Health Crisis Ludwig Halberstädter (1876-1949) Hippocrates (ca. 460 BCE to ca. 370 BCE) International Society for Sexually Transmitted Diseases Research International Union against Sexually Transmitted Infections Larry Kramer (1935-) Luc Montagnier (1932-) National Coalition of STD Directors National Network of STD Clinical Prevention Training Centers Albert Ludwig Sigesmund Neisser (1855-1916) Hideyo Noguchi (1876-1928) Thomas J. Parran Jr. (1892-1968) Planned Parenthood Project Inform Philippe Ricord (1800-1889) Fritz Schaudinn (1871-1906) Sexuality Information and Education Council of the United States Stanislaus Josef Mathias von Prowazek (1875-1915) August Paul von Wassermann (1866-1925) Harald zur Hausen (1936-) 5 Data and Documents Introduction Data Table 5.1. Incidence of Certain STIs in the United States 1941-2015 Table 5.2. Cases of Chlamydia in the United States by Age and Sex 2015 Table 5.3. Cases of Gonorrhea in the United States by Age and Sex 2015 Table 5.4. Cases of Primary and Secondary Syphilis in the United States by Age and Sex 2015 Table 5.5. States with Highest and Lowest Rates of Certain STIs 2015 Table 5.6. HIV Infection Statistics United States 2015 Table 5.7. Prevalence of Any Genital HPV among Adults Aged 18-59 Documents BN v. KK (1988) GL v. ML (1988) Doe v. Roe (1990) United States v. Staff Sergeant Adolphus A. Young (2016) Sexually Transmitted Disease Surveillance 2015 (2016) National Overview of Sexually Transmitted Diseases 2015 (2016) Federal Legislation (as of 2017) Payment of Cost of Testing for Sexually Transmitted Diseases (1994) Sexually Transmitted Diseases; Prevention and Control Projects and Programs (2017) State Laws (as of 2017) Reportable Disease Confidentiality STI Education Partner Notification Testing of Prisoners Anyone Convicted (or Accused) of a Sexual Assault Reasonable Cause Quarantine Human Papillomavirus Vaccine 6 Resources Introduction Books Articles Reports Internet 7 Chronology Glossary Index About the Author
Preface 1 Background and History Sexual Diseases History of STIs in the Ancient World Mesopotamia Greece and Rome The Middle Ages The Appearance of Syphilis Treatments for STIs in History STIs: What and How? Theories of Miasma Cell Theory to Germ Theory The Discovery of Causative Agents for STIs The Viral Infections Herpes Hepatitis Human Papillomavirus Human Immunodeficiency Virus Diagnosis and Treatment Vaccines Conclusion References 2 Problems Controversies and Solutions "Cautious Exuberance" to "Troubled Concern " The Battle against Gonorrhea Syphilis: A Disheartening State of Affairs A New Kind of Challenge: Chlamydia A Harbinger of Cancer: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease HIV: An Epidemic under Control? Vaccine Successes: Hepatitis The Silent Epidemic: Herpes Emerging Sexually Transmitted Diseases Conclusion References 3 Perspectives Introduction Syringe Access and HIV by Stephen Alsum Expedited Partner Therapy and the Role It Can Play in Reducing Sexually Transmitted Infections by Lesli Choat Using Public Transportation to Increase Awareness of Syphilis by Josh Ferrer A New Era in the Stirrups by Stacy Mintzer Herlihy Stigma and STIs by Patricia Paluzzi Pregnancy and Sexually Transmitted Infections: A Missed Opportunity for Prevention by Chelsea Shannon Economic Coverage of HPV Vaccination by Mia Tsang HIV and Condom Negotiation by Liesl Nydegger 4 Profiles Introduction Advocates for Youth American Sexual Health Association American Sexually Transmitted Diseases Association amfAR: The Foundation for AIDS Research Baruch S. Blumberg (1925-2011) John C. Cutler (1915-2003) Division of STD Prevention Paul Ehrlich (1854-1915) Ian Frazer (1953-) Gay Men's Health Crisis Ludwig Halberstädter (1876-1949) Hippocrates (ca. 460 BCE to ca. 370 BCE) International Society for Sexually Transmitted Diseases Research International Union against Sexually Transmitted Infections Larry Kramer (1935-) Luc Montagnier (1932-) National Coalition of STD Directors National Network of STD Clinical Prevention Training Centers Albert Ludwig Sigesmund Neisser (1855-1916) Hideyo Noguchi (1876-1928) Thomas J. Parran Jr. (1892-1968) Planned Parenthood Project Inform Philippe Ricord (1800-1889) Fritz Schaudinn (1871-1906) Sexuality Information and Education Council of the United States Stanislaus Josef Mathias von Prowazek (1875-1915) August Paul von Wassermann (1866-1925) Harald zur Hausen (1936-) 5 Data and Documents Introduction Data Table 5.1. Incidence of Certain STIs in the United States 1941-2015 Table 5.2. Cases of Chlamydia in the United States by Age and Sex 2015 Table 5.3. Cases of Gonorrhea in the United States by Age and Sex 2015 Table 5.4. Cases of Primary and Secondary Syphilis in the United States by Age and Sex 2015 Table 5.5. States with Highest and Lowest Rates of Certain STIs 2015 Table 5.6. HIV Infection Statistics United States 2015 Table 5.7. Prevalence of Any Genital HPV among Adults Aged 18-59 Documents BN v. KK (1988) GL v. ML (1988) Doe v. Roe (1990) United States v. Staff Sergeant Adolphus A. Young (2016) Sexually Transmitted Disease Surveillance 2015 (2016) National Overview of Sexually Transmitted Diseases 2015 (2016) Federal Legislation (as of 2017) Payment of Cost of Testing for Sexually Transmitted Diseases (1994) Sexually Transmitted Diseases; Prevention and Control Projects and Programs (2017) State Laws (as of 2017) Reportable Disease Confidentiality STI Education Partner Notification Testing of Prisoners Anyone Convicted (or Accused) of a Sexual Assault Reasonable Cause Quarantine Human Papillomavirus Vaccine 6 Resources Introduction Books Articles Reports Internet 7 Chronology Glossary Index About the Author
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