Low-income groups, who already have a higher STD infected population also have more limited access to contraceptives and other medicines. This means that low-income people will also have a higher amount of unprotected sex, and less treatment options. This has caused mass outbreaks of STDs in low-income areas and countries.
Sexual Practices
Statistics show that male homosexual populations have a higher rate of STD transmission. Penile penetrative sex between two men increases the chance of transmission, compared to heterosexual partners wherein only the male partner commits penetration, and female homosexuals when penile penetration does not occur.
Studies have shown that lesbians have the lowest STD transmission rates, including compared to heterosexual partners. Studies have also shown that anal sex can further increase the chance of STD transmission, resulting in a higher chance of contracting syphilis caused by bacteria.
The correct usage of condoms may help lower the spread of syphilis and other STDs.
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