Gonorrhoea and syphilis rise by more than 50% in Australia with 'concerning' rise in cases in women - The Guardian

Latest News About Health officials report surge in syphilis and gonorrhea cases

Australian health officials announced syphilis and gonorrhea cases surged over 50 percent. Officials described a concerning rise among women. The rise comes on the heels of earlier warnings after 40 babies died of infections tied to sexually transmitted diseases. Australia is nearer to its HIV target. But gaps remain between groups. Officials did not give additional details in the reports.

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