Thursday, November 20, 2008

Hepatitis B Statistics

Did you know, In 1990 25% of new hepatitis B cases occur through heterosexual contact. Mothers with chronic hepatitis B have more than an 80% chance of infecting unborn children. 30% of injectable drug users are infected with hepatitis B. About 1% of those with symptoms of acute hepatitis B progress to liver failure. Approximately 10% of the population in the U.S. show evidence of infection with hepatitis B on a blood test. About 15-20% of those infected hepatitis B develop joint aches and a slightly raised rash. About 95% of the population will overcome hepatitis B on their own. About 5% of people infected with hepatitis B go on to become chronic carriers. The fastest growing group of people infected with hepatitis B are heterosexuals. 21% of heterosexuals with more than five sexual partners within the last 4 months had hepatitis B. 10% of those infected with hepatitis B are men who have sex with men.

Tuesday, November 18, 2008

Herpes Simplex 1 & 2 Statistics

Did you know it's estimated that 20-25% of adults have genital herpes caused by either type 1 or type 2 herpes. 30-40% of primary infections of genital herpes are asymptomatic. Herpes is one of the most commonly transmitted STDs in the United States. 45 million adults over the age of 15 have genital herpes from herpes type 2. There are about 500,000 new herpes infections in the United States each year. 70% of adults have been exposed to herpes 1 by the age of 40. Genital herpes is more common in women then men.

Monday, November 17, 2008

Gonorrhea Statistics

Did you know, men who have unprotected sex with infected women have a 20-30% chance of contracting gonorrhea. A woman has a 60-80% chance of becoming infected with gonorrhea if having unprotected sex with an infected male. About one million people are diagnosed with gonorrhea each year in the United States. 10% of men and 20-40% of women infected with gonorrhea are asymptomatic. 90% of people who acquire gonorrhea in the throat are asymptomatic.

Thursday, November 13, 2008

HIV Statistics

Did you know! 52-96% of all HIV infections may be transmitted during the period before seroconversion. 90% of all AIDS deaths happen with people under the age of 50. 90% of HIV infections that occur among homosexual males occur through anal intercourse. 90% of worldwide HIV transmission occurs in heterosexual people. After acute illness, individuals infected with HIV can remain symptom free from 6 months to 11 years. Over 30,000,000 people are infected with HIV worldwide and there are 16,000 new cases each day. The majority of HIV related AIDS cases occur before the age of 35.

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Sunday, November 9, 2008

Chlamydia Statistics

Did you know chlamydia is responsible for infertility in 20% of women. Studies of symptom free people in various areas of the country show between 5-50% of those tested are infected with chlamydia. Chlamydia is the most commonly reported infectious disease in the United States. 75% of women and 50% of men with chlamydia have no symptoms. 40% of chlamydia cases are reported among people 15-19 years old. Visit SafeLabCentre.com for help and more information.

Thursday, November 6, 2008

STD Statistics

Did you know the estimated number of people living with a sexually transmitted disease (STD) in the United States is over 65 million. Every year, there are approximately 15 million new cases of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), some of which are curable. About 66% of all sexually transmitted disease (STDs) occur in people 25 years of age or younger. One in four new sexually transmitted disease (STD) infections occur in teenagers. At least 1 in 4 Americans will contract a sexually transmitted disease (STD) at some point in their lives. This is why STD testing before each new sexual encounter is so important. For more information on STDs and how to get tested visit SafeLabCentre.com

Tuesday, November 4, 2008

SafeLabCentre.com Launch Date

SafeLabCentre.com has set a full site launch date of 01/01/2009. Until then you can visit the site for free STD information and updates. Follow our blog, as interesting articles and discount pricing info will be posted from time to time. Thanks for stopping by!

Monday, November 3, 2008

STD Testing at SafeLabCentre.com

Are you looking for STD testing? SafeLabCentre.com makes getting an STD test safe, easy, and confidential. Visit our web site for free information, and call our toll free number to speak with one of our knowledgeable counselors. We will assist you by arranging local STD testing for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, HIV, Herpes, Hepatitis, and Syphilis. Just visit a Patient Service Center at your convenience, then we deliver the test results directly to you.