In Europe, there has been a significant increase in sexually…
In Europe, there has been a significant increase in sexually transmitted infections (STIs) since 2021, with data from the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) and the World Health Organization indicating a real rise in transmission, not just increased testing. Experts point to factors such as reduced condom use and the rise of dating apps as contributing causes.
Consensus
- Since 2021, there has been a significant increase in the number of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in Europe.
- The increase is not solely due to higher testing rates but reflects real epidemiological trends.
- During the pandemic, STI rates decreased, but they rose sharply after 2021.
- In 2024, nearly 100,000 cases of gonorrhea were reported in Europe, more than three times the number in 2015.
- The number of syphilis cases has more than doubled, reaching approximately 46,000 in 2024.
- Chlamydia cases declined after peaking in 2022, returning to 2015 levels.
- The European regional office of the WHO confirms that there is a real increase in the transmission of STIs.
- Experts suggest that reduced use of barrier contraception and the rise of dating apps may be contributing factors.
Points of divergence
- The Economist article was published on Sunday, 9 August. — vm
- The Economist article was published on 10 August, and mentions that the increase in STIs is linked to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for HIV, which may lead men, especially those of non-heterosexual orientation, to stop using condoms. — vesti
- The article cites a British sexual health clinic study to support the claim about PrEP and reduced condom use. — vesti
- The article states that the highest STI rates in Europe are observed among men who have sex with men, and that young, sexually active individuals and those with multiple partners are also at higher risk. — vesti
- A doctor previously warned Russians about the danger of contact with slugs. — riamo
Coverage (3 sources)
- Media: In Europe, incidence of STDs has sharply increased — РИАМО
- Economist: In Europe, the number of sexually transmitted diseases has sharply increased — Вечерняя Москва
- Economist: In the EU, the number of sexually transmitted infections is growing — Вести