A Study on Knowledge and Awareness about Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) and Aids among Adolescents of Urban Areas of Jabalpur District
Journal Title: Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research - Year 2015, Vol 3, Issue 12
Abstract
BACKGROUND -Adolescence is defined by United Nations as the period of life from age 10 to 19 years Adolescents are more at risk for STIs than older adults. The World Health Organization estimates that 20% of persons living with HIV/AIDS are in their 20s and one out of twenty adolescents contract an STI each year.[1] OBJECTIVE- To assess the knowledge of adolescents about STIs and AIDS in urban areas of Jabalpur district. MATERIALS AND METHODS- A cross sectional study was conducted in schools and anganwadis of urban areas of Jabalpur district. 400 adolescents (200 boys and 200 girls) were randomly selected as study subjects. A pre- designed questionnaire was used. RESULTS- In our study less than 50% of adolescents were aware of the signs and symptoms of STI in urban areas. 37.75% adolescents knew that sexually transmitted infections are curable and 23.25% knew that many persons with STI don’t show symptoms. 29.25% adolescents knew that using condom prevents STI. 77.5% boys and 55% girls had heard about AIDS. CONCLUSION-This study has reflected poor level of knowledge regarding STI and AIDS in urban areas
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Dr Shubhangi Nayak
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