Emerging evidence suggests a strong connection between ORAL, SEXUAL, and MENTAL health risks,
highlighting missed opportunities for comprehensive Outreach, Screening and Management
Did you Know ?
Oral cancers of sexual health origin gets detected 3/4 stage
Out of the 8 most common STIs 6 have Oral manifestations of Sexual Health.
- - 1 out 5 people in the US have STI
- - 8 out of 10 - individuals report HIV/STI related stigma.
- - More than 40% in USA never got HIV test done.
If detected early have chances of 80% survival rate.
For instance -
A simple oral ulcer that can be unnoticed until 3 - 4 stage of oral cancer, a significant burning tongue can have an unaddressed sexual manifestations and constant grinding of teeth can have an unheard anxiety or depression leading to mental health concerns.
