CDC releases its latest STIs figures… and it’s not good news

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The CDC has issued its latest STI figures for the US and it’s not good news. The STI epidemic that the organization has warned about in previous years shows signs of escalating.

Gonorrhea, chlamydia and syphilis have all seen an increase in rates, beating previous figures. Key findings say gonorrhea rates increased by more than 4%.

Chlamydia rates also increased by nearly 4%, but have not yet returned to pre-pandemic levels.

Meanwhile, syphilis rates surged, increasing nearly 32%. Yikes!

The CDC notes, “2021 data show STIs continue to disproportionately affect gay and bisexual men and younger people. Additionally, a disproportionate number of cases were diagnosed among…

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