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Analyzing STI case trends in Central Nebraska
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GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (KSNB) – Native well being officers say they’ve seen a development of accelerating sexually transmitted an infection outcomes in recent times, till 2022.
In line with the Central District Well being Division, the variety of STI instances has been on the rise since 2018, when there have been lower than 10 instances, however in 2021 they noticed that quantity rise to 415.
“The instances that we’re seeing, in all probability the best can be in individuals of their 20s,” stated Amy Deras, Central District Well being District Illness Intervention Specialist. “However they do vary from as younger as 13 as much as adults of their 50s and 60s.”
Well being officers stated the most typical STI within the space and across the nation is Chlamydia, though the variety of syphilis instances doubled throughout the final yr. As of now, there are greater than 200 STI instances confirmed by Central District Well being Division.
“With any scenario, I feel not utilizing defend, that’s how STDs are unfold, or STIs are unfold,” Deras stated. “It’s not utilizing safety. That will be the No. 1.”
Deras additionally stated the most secure technique to forestall contracting an STI is by working towards abstinence. If an individual thinks they’ve contracted an STI, they shouldn’t hesitate to seek out out the outcomes.
“Any indicators or signs of a sexually transmitted an infection, you must search testing,” Deras stated. “If you find yourself with a constructive consequence, then share that info along with your accomplice or companions in order that we are able to cease the unfold of those infections.”
Deras stated if an individual chooses to not follow abstinence, they need to use contraceptives to guard themselves.
“For prevention, once more abstinence or condoms,” Deras stated. “Know your companions, speak about sexual historical past. Attempt to keep away from these social media sights for hooking up.”
Amy stated getting along with an individual from a relationship app shouldn’t be normally a good suggestion. She additionally stated if you happen to’re sexually energetic, getting examined ought to turn into part of your common test up.
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Nebraska football landed a commitment from former Kentucky Wildcats receiver Dane Key on Tuesday afternoon. He is the tenth overall player to join Nebraska from the transfer portal.
He recorded 47 catches for 715 yards and two touchdowns last season. He had two games of at least 100 receiving yards in 2024. The first game was against Ohio on September 21. He caught seven passes for 145 yards in a contest. He followed that up with an eight-catch, 105-yard performance against the Ole Miss Rebels the following week.
Key gives the Huskers a veteran body in the wide receiver room. There is young talent to be had at the position. He will be able to provide production right now, as well as help bridge the gap between the freshman and upperclassmen wide receivers.
It will be interesting to see Key’s role in this offense moving into 2025. This was a solid get for a wide receiver room that continues loading up. The program landed another solid weapon for quarterback Dylan Raiola.
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Joining Miami (Ohio)’s Javon Tracy and UCLA’s Logan Loya, Nebraska transfer wide receiver Malachi Coleman has committed to play for the Minnesota Golden Gophers.
He has three years of eligibility remaining.
Coleman was a high school All-American, a four-star prospect, and a Top 100 recruit according to 247 Sports. He saw the field as a true freshman with the Huskers, catching eight passes for 139 receiving yards and one touchdown, before redshirting this season as a sophomore. Coleman brings size and speed to the Gophers’ wide receiver room.
Coleman, Tracy, and Loya will all have the opportunity to stake their claim atop the depth chart at wide receiver, as Le’Meke Brockington and Cristian Driver are Minnesota’s only returning wide receivers with game experience.
Nebraska closes out the 2024 season on Saturday, Dec. 28 in the Pinstripe Bowl against Boston College.
Inside Nebraska’s Tim Verghese and Steve Marik break down the new-look Huskers, with slight changes at nearly every position due to transfer portal departures, injuries and opt outs. The two discuss a handful of underclassmen that could be in line for bigger roles on Saturday and a few other players they’re intrigued to see in action.
To close, the two share their keys to victory for Nebraska, what to expect out of Boston College and what a win would ultimately mean for the program
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