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Genital herpes: does knowledge lead to action?

S O Aral, W Cates, W C Jenkins

    American Journal of Public Health
    |January 1, 1985
    PubMed
    Summary

    Awareness of the herpes epidemic is recent for most people. Many individuals at risk for herpes are changing their sexual behavior due to this awareness.

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    Area of Science:

    • Public Health
    • Epidemiology
    • Behavioral Science

    Background:

    • The herpes epidemic presents a significant public health challenge.
    • Understanding public perception and behavioral responses to epidemics is crucial.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To assess the impact of herpes epidemic awareness on sexual behavior.
    • To determine the extent to which perceived risk influences behavioral changes.

    Main Methods:

    • Analysis of data from a national telephone survey.
    • Assessing awareness timelines regarding the herpes epidemic.
    • Quantifying self-reported behavioral changes and willingness to modify behavior.

    Main Results:

    • 67% of respondents became aware of the herpes epidemic within the last two years.
    • 45% of those perceiving themselves at risk reported changing their sexual behavior.
    • 60% of never-married individuals expressed willingness to alter their lives to avoid genital herpes.

    Conclusions:

    • Recent awareness of the herpes epidemic is widespread.
    • Perceived risk of herpes is a significant driver of behavioral change.
    • A substantial portion of the population is motivated to modify sexual behavior to prevent genital herpes.

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