Gonorrhea On Rise In North Idaho

Gonorrhea is on the rise in Idaho’s five northern counties and Panhandle Health District is reminding residents about the importance of getting tested. 32 cases of gonorrhea have been reported so far this year, compared to 17 cases during January-May of 2014. Gonorrhea, which can be successfully treated if caught early, is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases in the U.S., with more than 800,000 infections estimated to occur each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention/ Panhandle Health District . More here.