Sexually Transmitted Diseases

What does this measure?

This chart measures the incidence rates of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) per 100,000 people across various counties in New York State, including Orange, Dutchess, Putnam, Rockland, Sullivan, Ulster, and Westchester, from 2018 through 2022. It includes data for diseases such as chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis. The spreadsheet tracks how rates have changed over time and includes percentage increases or decreases from earlier years to help illustrate trends in STD prevalence in each county and across the state.

Sexually Transmitted Diseases by klancellotti

Summary Statement

The data shows a general increase in reported STD rates, particularly chlamydia and gonorrhea, across most counties in New York State, highlighting a growing public health concern. The trends emphasize the importance of continued sexual health education, regular testing, and accessible treatment programs. Rising STD rates may also reflect improved reporting practices and testing access, however, point to the need for comprehensive prevention efforts tailored to local communities.

Sources

New York State Department of Health; Sexually Transmitted Disease Control Program Statistical Abstract

http://www.health.ny.gov/statistics/chip/index.htm

NYS Department of Health, Communicable Diseases Annual Report

http://www.health.ny.gov/statistics/diseases/communicable/2012/cases/3.htm

http://www.health.ny.gov/statistics/diseases/communicable/2012/cases/1.htm

http://www.health.ny.gov/statistics/diseases/communicable/2012/cases/7.htm

https://www.health.ny.gov/statistics/diseases/communicable/2018/docs/rates.pdf

https://www.health.ny.gov/statistics/diseases/communicable/2019/docs/rates.pdf

https://www.health.ny.gov/statistics/diseases/communicable/2020/docs/rates.pdf

https://www.health.ny.gov/statistics/diseases/communicable/2021/docs/rates.pdf

https://www.health.ny.gov/statistics/diseases/communicable/2022/docs/rates.pdf