Unbelievably High Increase in STDs Throughout Europe

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are on the rise throughout Europe, according to the EU's health agency, which stated on Thursday that these cases are "troubling" and may only represent "the tip of the iceberg".
The European Center for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) reports that in 2022, the number of syphilis cases increased by 34% to over 35,391, while the number of gonorrhoea cases increased by 48% to 70,881 in the EU and EEA region.Chlamydia cases increased by 16 percent to 216,508 in the 27 nations the organization covers.Both startling and concerning is this increase, according to ECDC director Andrea Ammon at a press conference.

Ammon explained that this was because different countries had different testing policies and access to sexual health care. "These numbers, as big as they are, most likely only represent the tip of the iceberg because surveillance data may underestimate the true burden," he said.

In a statement, the organization cautioned that even though syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia are curable, untreated cases can still result in major health issues.These increases raise serious health concerns and show how urgently preventative measures and thorough health education need to be strengthened, according to Ammon.

In order to meet the surge, Ammon emphasized that "testing, treatment, and prevention" were essential.
The STI rates that are on the rise in Europe necessitate our quick attention and coordinated response. We can reverse the trend by giving testing, treatment, and prevention initiatives top priority, according to Ammon.