How Many College Students Get Chlamydia

The chlamydia prevalence among all students was 9.7%. Students under the age of 20 years were 66% more likely to be infected than were older students (95% CI 1.01-2.73). Younger female students were 92% more likely to be infected than were older female students (95% CI 1.03-3.59).

How common is chlamydia in college students?

-Reported CasesPer 100,0002016 new chlamydia (est)3,4526,212.22016 new gonorrhea (est)1,1532,074.92016 new syphilis (Primary and Secondary est)2239.62016 new HIV diagnoses (est)59106.2

What STD is most common in college students?

The CDC says that the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common type of STD on college campuses.

Elena Rostova

Elena Rostova

Lead Health, Wellness & Medical Journalist

Elena Rostova holds a Master's degree in Public Health Journalism. She covers groundbreaking medical research, holistic wellness trends, mental health awareness, and nutritional science.

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