EU Struggles with Rising Gonorrhoea and Syphilis Cases
ECDC reports record gonorrhoea and syphilis cases in 2024. Changing sexual habits and testing gaps fuel surge. 13/29 EU countries charge out-of-pocket for STI tests. Congenital syphilis cases double to 140 in 2024. Gonorrhoea cases surge 303% since 2015. Bruno Ciancio warns of severe complications from untreated infections. WHO Europe aims for 2030 elimination target of <1 case per 100,000 births