Chlamydia
Chlamydia is the most common sexually transmitted infection in Ireland
boy or girl
Facts and Figures
12,626 STIs
in Ireland*
*HSE report on STIs in Ireland in 2014
STIs most common in
15-24 years
15-24 ages accounted for more than 39% of chlamydia, gonorrhoea and herpes
MSM at greater
risk of infection
Men who sleep with men
MSM accounted for 73% of gonorrhoea and 69% of syphilis of all cases
Chlamydia the most
common STI
6,695 reported cases of chlamydia
STI Listing
Gonorrhoea
Also known as the ‘clap’ or ‘drip’ it's a very common infection in both men and women and can cause infections in the genitals, anus and/or throat.
Herpes
Genital Herpes or just ‘herpes’ is caused by a virus and can cause painful blisters on the genitals and surrounding area.
HIV
HIV is a virus called The Human Immunodeficiency Virus that causes HIV infection and over time AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome)
HPV (Genital Warts)
Genital warts are skin growths and can cause a lot of pain, itching and discomfort.
Syphilis
It is a bacteria passed via direct contact with a syphilis sore. Sores usually occur in the mouth, vagina, anus, rectum or external genitalia.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A highly contagious infection caused by Hepatitis A virus (HAV). It affects the liver and blood, it is the most common type of viral hepatitis.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B highly contagious infection caused by Hepatitis B virus (HBV). It affects the liver and can result in an acute and severe sudden illness. It can be fatal if it isn’t treated!
Hepatitis C
Hepatitis C highly contagious infection caused by Hepatitis C virus (HCV). It affects the liver and can result in an acute and severe sudden illness. There is currently no vaccine to prevent Hepatitis C.