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Over the past decade, experts have observed a dramatic increase in cases of chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis among Baby Boomers. Single Baby Boomers are experiencing a surge in sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Dr. Ian Weissman emphasizes the importance of better awareness and education to reverse the skyrocketing STI rates among older adults. He suggests that doctors should be more proactive in discussing sex and STIs with their older patients, and that patients should be informed about what to ask. America's geriatric STD crisis is particularly notable in certain states where unprotected sex is more common. As Baby Boomers are set to dominate aged care in the next decade, aged care providers need to adapt to their expectations around sex.