Shelby County sees uptick in sexually transmitted infections
“I highly recommend testing for all sexually active individuals, so they can be aware of their status and take steps to protect them selves and their partners,” said Dr. Michelle Taylor, director of the Shelby County Health Department. (Patrick Lantrip/The Daily Memphian file)
Shelby County’s syphilis rates have increased since 2018 — more than 100% overall and more than 150% among people ages 15-19.
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Aisling Mäki has been writing about Memphis since she moved to the city more than 20 years ago. She’s worked for print, digital and broadcast news outlets, including Memphis Daily News and Action News 5 (WMC), as well as public relations agencies. Her work has earned awards from The Associated Press, Tennessee Press Association, Society of Professional Journalists and Public Relations Society of America.
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