The HSE has observed an alarming 26% rise in chlamydia cases over the last year, emphasizing the need for public awareness on sexual health during festive celebrations where alcohol consumption increases.
Chlamydia cases surged from 10,929 in 2022 to 13,708 in 2023, with a detection rate almost double that of 2020, highlighting an urgent issue despite ongoing health campaigns.
With a surge in gonorrhoea cases growing by 143% since 2019, the total for 2023 reached 6,804. The significant uptick emphasizes a growing public health concern.
The festive season traditionally leads to a spike in sexually transmitted infections due to more social interactions and increased alcohol consumption, putting individuals at higher risk.
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