The book was actually entitled Leisureville (I read it, and while it had some funny stories and characters, it was an excellent example of sensationalism), but the STD figures have been circulating for many years, even prior to the book. A quick Google search shows this article as early as 2006:
http://www.wftv.com/news/news/doctor...ease-in/nFB8g/
When the national and international news got wind of this one doctor in TV reporting a surprisingly high number of patients with STDs, it became a media sensation and was widely reported around the world. Even though this was one doctor who did not conduct a scientific study but only reported anecdotal evidence, it became so widespread as to become an urban legend.
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