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Do old people have a high rate of STDs?

While young adults typically have the highest overall STD rates, recent data reveals a surprising trend: the incidence of STDs among older adults is climbing dramatically. A Fair Health study found that from 2020 to 2023, there was a nearly 24% surge in STD diagnoses among those aged 65 and older. The misconception that older adults are not sexually active contributes to this growing public health concern and prompts the question: **Do old people have a high rate of STDs?**.