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Are STDs an issue in nursing homes? Addressing a rising concern

According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the incidence of chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis among individuals aged 55 and older more than doubled between 2012 and 2022. This reflects a serious and often overlooked reality, leading many to ask: **Are STDs an issue in nursing homes?** The answer is unequivocally yes, and the issue is more complex than many realize.