Innovative Home Kits Boost Sexual Health Treatments
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New tests and drugs for common sexually transmitted diseases are now available. Experts hope this will help lower infection rates in the U.S. soon.
The FDA approved new home tests for several infections, including ones for women. These tests can detect gonorrhea, chlamydia, and trichomoniasis quickly at home.
Two new drugs for gonorrhea were approved, which is very exciting news for doctors. They are oral medicines, a big change from the usual injectable treatment.
Infection rates for some STIs have been going down recently, showing good progress. Less sex among young people and home screening may be helping this positive trend.
New tests can help, but tracking national infection rates might become harder to do. High costs and budget cuts may also limit access to these helpful new options.
Questions
What new tests are available for sexually transmitted diseases?
New home tests for infections like gonorrhea, chlamydia, and trichomoniasis are available.
What is the hope of experts regarding these new tests and drugs?
Experts hope these will help lower infection rates in the U.S. soon.
What challenges might affect the tracking of national infection rates?
High costs and budget cuts may limit access to the new tests and drugs.
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