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September 16, 2025International journal of research and scientific innovation

Increase in STIs among Adolescents in Masvingo District

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MDMapuranga DanemoreGweru Provincial Hospital

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Implication

Survey analysis reveals rising STIs in adolescents, highlighting peer pressure and low health knowledge.

Key Points

  • Rising STIs among adolescents indicates a serious public health issue, necessitating urgent intervention.
  • 95% of adolescents reported unprotected sex, demonstrating a significant risk factor for STI transmission.
  • Peer pressure and lack of sexual health knowledge were highlighted as major contributors to STI risk.
  • Strategies like increased sexual health education and greater access to condoms are essential for prevention.

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Mapuranga Danemore (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68d4506b31b076d99fa57977https://doi.org/10.51244/ijrsi.2025.120800140
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