STI Cases Surge in England, Hitting Record Highs for Gonorrhoea and Syphilis

New data reveals significant increases in sexually transmitted infections, stressing the need for a comprehensive sexual health strategy.

• Gonorrhoea diagnoses reached 85,223 in 2023, the highest number since records began.
• Syphilis cases rose to their highest level since 1948, with a notable increase among heterosexual men and women.
• Overall STI diagnoses rose by 4.7% in 2023, with young people and minority groups most affected.
• Health experts emphasize the importance of consistent condom use to prevent infections.
• Calls for a new 10-year strategy to address rising STI rates and support sexual health services.

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