Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD’s) are a combination of more than 25 infectious diseases caused by different types of bacteria and viruses. These viruses and bacteria have a negative impact on the American population because most often it is unnoticed and comes with no warning sign. With no cautionary signs, STDs can be transported from one individual to another through sexual contact. In light of this knowledge, STDs is in need of annihilation in the United States, because these diseases can lead to genital warts, cervical cancer and diverse types of health issues. Therefore, an individual has to comprehend the word “Health” to get a precise definition of its meaning. According to Finkelman & Kenner, 2010, the World Health …show more content…
213). Furthermore, with health not merely the absence of disease, the United States Department of Health and Human Services (USHHS) has launched a program known as “Healthy People 2020.” This program, “Healthy People 2020” has a commitment to improving the quality of the Nation’s healthiness by creating a framework for public health prevention priorities and action, ("Healthy …show more content…
They also have a website that provides access to health related topic, data, and objectives for the average person. The site has wide ranges of information that explore topics which include: Educational and Community-Based Program, Mental Health and Mental Disorders, Cancer, Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD’s) many more health problems. With this intention, various measures are used to follow the progress of health issues within the United States of America (USA) (Finkelman & Kenner, 2010. p. 202). For this reason, many public and private sector groups are also involved in helping to promote health, prevent diseases and evaluate outcomes. Additionally, various factor was implemented for "healthy people 2020" to attain the vision of, “the society in which people will live longer, and healthier lives. These factors include the physical environment (the air we breathe, water supply consumed and the difference in the weather), the social environment (our customs, practices, and beliefs). Biology and genetic health services (your age, gender, and HIV status, inherited genetic conditions, such as sickle-cell anemia, cystic fibrosis, and hemophilia), and individual behaviors (smoking and other drug use, personal hygiene, and sexual behaviors). Unprotected sexual behavior can result in unintended