Sexually Transmitted Infections in the U.S.

SOURCE www.usnews.com
New data from the CDC shows a decrease in total cases of syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia in the U.S. in 2023 compared to the previous year. However, cases of congenital syphilis have reached their highest total since 1992. Black individuals are disproportionately impacted by these sexually transmitted infections. Louisiana has the highest combined rate of syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia in the U.S.

Key Points

  • Total cases of syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia in the U.S. decreased by 2% in 2023
  • Congenital syphilis cases reached their highest total since 1992
  • Black individuals are disproportionately impacted by sexually transmitted infections

Pros

  • Decrease in total cases of syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia in the U.S. in 2023 compared to the previous year
  • First significant decline in primary and secondary syphilis cases among men who have sex with men in more than 15 years

Cons

  • Cases of congenital syphilis have reached their highest total since 1992
  • Black individuals are disproportionately impacted by sexually transmitted infections