Queensland syphilis cases on the rise, especially amongst Indigenous youth and gay men

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ABC News, 28th April 2016

The sharp increase in syphilis cases seen in Queensland in 2015 has continued its trend, with Indigenous youth over-represented in infection statistics, Queensland Health says.

Key points:

  • Queensland Health records 238 cases of syphilis in the first quarter of 2016
  • Doctors say the rise in dating apps has contributed to an increase in the disease among gay men
  • State Government due to release a sexual health strategy

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By J Pope

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