Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are infections caused by bacteria, viruses and parasites that spread through sexual contact.[1] Some common infections include gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, human papillomavirus (HPV), herpes simplex virus (HSV or herpes), hepatitis B, and HIV/AIDS. Young people between the ages of 15 and 24 are at higher risk for getting an STI.[2],[3]
Data on STIs can be found under the Reportable Infectious Disease section.
[1] World Health Organization. (2017). Sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Geneva, Switzerland: World Health Organization. Available at: http://www.who.int/mediacentre/factsheets/fs110/en/
[2] Public Health Agency of Canada. (2013). Sexually transmitted infections - A continued public health concern. Ottawa, ON: Public Health Agency of Canada. Available at: http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/cphorsphc-respcacsp/2013/sti-its-eng.php
[3] Allen, U. D., MacDonald, N. E., & Immunization Committee. (2014). Sexually transmitted infections in adolescents: Maximizing opportunities for optimal care. Paediatrics & child health, 19(8), 429.