About 79 million people in the United States are infected with ________, accounting for one-third of all new STIs.

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Genital human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection (STI) in the United States, with about 79 million people currently infected. It is also responsible for one-third of all new STI cases. Hepatitis virus can be sexually transmitted, but it is not as common as HPV. Genital herpes virus is also common but does not account for as many new infections as HPV. HIV is a serious and life-threatening STI, but it is not as prevalent in the US as HPV.

About 79 Million People in the United States Are Infected