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24 July 2009
Reacting to the Health Protection Agency data on sexually transmitted infections (STIs) for 2008 released today, showing that gonorrhoea and syphilis are decreasing, but rates of genital herpes and warts are increasing, Julie Bentley Chief Executive, fpa said:
“There are some welcome drops in certain STI numbers, but using condoms, regular STI testing and check ups are still absolutely essential if people want to look after their sexual health. Young people are still the group most affected, but these figures show STIs don’t escape any age group or sexuality.
“Sexual health services are still facing an increasing workload however – up by 10 per cent from 2007. Therefore it’s imperative they’re continually supported and well financed on a local and national level “
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For further information please contact fpa’s press office on 020 7608 5265/5264.
Mobile 07958 921060.
fpa (Family Planning Association) is the only registered charity working to improve the sexual health and reproductive rights of all people throughout the UK.
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