Adult Sexually Transmitted Disease Reduction (ASTDR)

Asymptomatic screening has been a helpful addition to STD testing

Sexual routine lacking in older generation

Rise of divorce rates after the age of 50

Worldwide

Only 15/50 states had needed materials for STD testing

In 2030 70 million adults will be aged 65 years or older

More types of testing needed

Clinical awareness

AIDS/HIV/Diseases related to depression

Out of 219 women, a study showed 50 started to use safe sex practice after group studies

Only 6% questioned by health professionals about testing

Mixed Black Males have the highest STD rates

Sexual minority women in different ethnic groups are at higher risk

Multiple sexual partners, risky behaviors, no protection, and forced sex among women

Over 50 years old do not have sexual intercourse

Only youth need education about testing

Help for elderly is easily available

Thought to be the majority of STD rates

Only ones receiving information/education on STDs