Seán Power
Question:103 Mr. Power asked the Minister for Health and Children if the number of patients being treated in hospitals for sexually transmitted diseases is increasing; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20032/99]
Vol. 509 No. 2
103 Mr. Power asked the Minister for Health and Children if the number of patients being treated in hospitals for sexually transmitted diseases is increasing; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20032/99]
Patients are generally treated for sexually transmitted disease infections in out-patient genitourinary clinics, which are attached to major hospitals throughout the country. Cases diagnosed are notified to my Department in accordance with the infectious diseases regulations of 1981.
Year |
Total Number of Notified Sexually Transmitted Diseases |
1994 |
4,464 |
1995 |
5,159 |
1996 |
5,766 |
1997 |
7,250 |
1998 |
7,436 |