Gonorrhoea and syphilis hit record levels in Europe
Gonorrhoea and syphilis have reached record levels in Europe, according to new data from the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control. Gonorrhoea cases surged to 106,331, marking a 303% increase since 2015, while syphilis cases more than doubled to 45,557. The agency highlighted the need for urgent action to address widening gaps in testing and prevention.
- ▪Gonorrhoea cases in Europe reached 106,331 in 2024, a 303% increase since 2015.
- ▪Syphilis cases more than doubled in the same period, totaling 45,557.
- ▪Spain reported the highest number of confirmed gonorrhoea and syphilis cases among European countries in 2024.
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Gonorrhoea and syphilis hit record levels in Europe13 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleDan SalesGetty ImagesSexually transmitted infections (STIs) including gonorrhoea and syphilis have hit record levels in Europe, according to new data.The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) said both diseases had reached their highest levels in over 10 years in 2024.Gonorrhoea hit 106,331 cases - a 303% increase since 2015 - while syphilis more than doubled in the same period to 45,557.The health agency said "widening gaps in testing and prevention" were partly behind the surge in transmission, and called for urgent action."These infections can cause severe complications, such as chronic pain and infertility and, in the case of syphilis, problems with the heart or…
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