HIV, STIs and Teen Pregnancy

An estimated 1.1 million people in the United States are living with HIV (CDC), and more than 2.5 million cases of chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis were reported in 2021 (CDC). The teen birth rate in the United States has been declining in recent years but continues to be higher than those of other western industrialized nations (CDC).

Community Preventive Services Task Force Findings

Summary Table

This summary of CPSTF findings to prevent AIDS, STIs, or teen pregnancy can be used as a reference, included in presentations, or shared with colleagues.

Implementation Resources

Teen Pregnancy Prevention Evidence Review
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services sponsors systematic reviews of the teen pregnancy prevention research literature to identify programs with evidence of effectiveness in reducing teen pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections and HIV, and associated sexual risk behaviors. Identified programs reflect a variety of approaches in the field.

Presentations and Promotional Materials

Use these materials to share information about the CPSTF findings and Community Guide products with your community.

What Works Fact Sheets

Community Guide In Action: Stories from the Field

One Pagers

Community Guide News

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