Rising Number of STD Infections in Chicago a Big Concern
Rising Number of STD Infections in Chicago a Big Concern
Health Department Directors in Chicago are uneasy over recent reports that demonstrate an advance in the number of STD infections being reported. While the growth may not seem to be alarming to some, any escalation in the number of recorded cases can be combined with a increase in unreported transmissions.
“Whereas a primary problem used to be a lack of readily available STD testing, that is no longer the case with the ever increasing number of ways that individuals can receive STD testing in Chicago. Both the state and community health departments have tried to make cost-effective testing available to people of all income levels, and confidential testing providers have also been a good source for confidential STD testing services.”
“There seems to be a preconception that if you are not showing any signs or symptoms, then you aren’t infected.” said one area Chicago official. “Nonetheless, any physician will tell you that many STDs display virtually no symptoms, even though the threat of spreading is just the same.” The only way to decelerate this accelerated growth is for all at risk individuals to obtain regular STD testing for all major infections.”
“If you think you are at risk, or simply don’t know, the best step is to call your local health department or search on the internet for STD testing services in order to locate a local medical laboratory that can evaluate your level of risk.”