Chlamydia is the most frequently reported bacterial sexually
transmitted disease in the United States. In 2008, 1,210,523 chlamydial infections were reported to CDC from 50
states and the District of Columbia. Under-reporting is substantial
because most people with chlamydia are not aware of their infections
and do not seek testing. Also, testing is not often done if patients
are treated for their symptoms. An estimated 2,291,000 non-institutionalized
U.S. civilians ages 14-39 are infected with C. trachomatis based on the
U.S. National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey. Women
are frequently re-infected if their sex partners are not tre
Listing : Endangered Species Law and Policy - 0 views
-
Posted on February 28, 2012 by Paul Weiland As Dean Kuipers reported in the Los Angeles Times, on February 27, four environmental groups petitioned the California Fish and Game Commission to list the gray wolf (Canis lupis) as endangered under the California Endangered Species Act. The petition is available here (pdf).
STD Facts - Chlamydia - 0 views
-
-
Chlamydia is known as a "silent" disease because the majority of infected people have no symptoms. If symptoms do occur, they usually appear within 1 to 3 weeks after exposure.
-
To help prevent the serious consequences of chlamydia, screening at least annually for chlamydia is recommended for all sexually active women age 25 years and younger. An annual screening test also is recommended for older women with risk factors for chlamydia (a new sex partner or multiple sex partners). All pregnant women should have a screening test for chlamydia.
- ...2 more annotations...
Science Center bonuses are under the microscope - 1 views
-
"Speaking just for myself, I was concerned when I heard about these bonuses," said David Weber, chairman of the Zoo-Museum District's board. It stands out from "what we've heard from the other institutions and the cost-cutting measures they're taking."
-
In Boyle's case, Hellman said, the financial officer deserved her bonus, even though she started so late in 2010. "She gave us a really good transition," he said, "and we rewarded her for that outstanding contribution."
-
"It removes any concerns that taxpayers might have," Hellman said. "But we're still going to use incentive compensation in certain years and with certain people. We still believe it's right."
- ...3 more annotations...
1 - 4 of 4
Showing 20▼ items per page