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World Service,25 Aug 1994,13 mins

Treating And Preventing Sexually Transmitted Diseases

Health Matters

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An examination of the global scale of sexually transmitted diseases. STDs are one of the world's greatest health hazards. Over 350 million people have a treatable STD, which can lead to brain damage or death. In Europe and the UK rates of infection are dropping while in China and the US the number with an STD, particularly AIDS continues to rise. How to spot the symptoms and treatments available. Presenter: Janet Davey.

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