Research ArticleOpen accessPhrase in the titleSex-Based and Age-Specific Trends in Gardnerella vaginalis Infection: An Epidemiological Study in Republic of Korea, 2018-2022Hyeok-Jin Kwon, Sun-Gyu Kim, Junmin Lee et al.Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) are an important global public health issue caused by various pathogens. STI symptoms can manifest at different times, depending on the sex, age, and infection route. Here, we aimed to assess the occurrence of STIs in the Republic of Korea, explore associated global trends, and identify pathogens with high positivity rates to inform future health policies. … …American Journal of Biochemistry and Biotechnology, Vol. 21, Issue 3 · 29 Jan 2026 · 1,928 accessesView PDFCite