Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Rising STD Rates in Tokyo

Maxidus07 Feb, 2025Health

As the COVID-19 pandemic swept across the globe, it fundamentally reshaped public health priorities, leading to widespread changes in healthcare delivery and access. While much of the attention focused on controlling the spread of the virus, an unintended consequence emerged—disruptions in sexual health services and an alarming rise in sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) such as syphilis and gonorrhea in major cities, including Tokyo.