New cases of HIV diagnosed in the United Kingdom (UK) 2013-2022
The number of new cases of HIV diagnosed in the UK decreased over the period observed, from almost 6,000 cases in 2013 to 4,040 in 2022. Cases of AIDS in the UK were significantly lower, with 191 cases in 2022.
STIs in the UK
Other common STIs in the UK are herpes, gonorrhea, and chlamydia. Especially for gonorrhea and chlamydia, an increase in cases was observed between 2012 and 2019, while in 2020 and 2021 figures fell dramatically due to the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting lockdowns and social distancing.
HIV in Europe
New cases of HIV in Europe amounted to roughly 23 thousand in 2022, of which 16 thousand were among males. Among male individuals, the most common mode of HIV transmission in Europe in 2022 was among men having homosexual intercourse.
