Sex Secrets Putting Young People’s Health At Risk - page 2

6 months ago 22nd May 14:45

Chris Morgan continues: "Embarrassment is not an excuse to put another person’s health at risk.  Chlamydia can have severe health consequences if it is left untreated, stopping both men and women from having children and causing arthritis."

Around one in ten people aged under 25, who are tested for it, have Chlamydia.  The National Chlamydia Screening Programme recommends that all sexually active young people have a Chlamydia test every year or when they change sexual partners, regardless of whether they have any signs or symptoms.