STI rates rising on P.E.I., with young Islanders most affected
Prince Edward Island is experiencing a significant rise in sexually transmitted infections, particularly chlamydia among 19- to 24-year-olds. Public health officials are urging increased testing and awareness to prevent long-term health complications like infertility.
Why it matters
Rising STI rates represent a growing public health concern that requires targeted intervention and education for younger demographics.
August 10 | Duration 2:23 P.E.I.'s Chief Public Health Office is reminding Islanders to take care of their sexual health. That includes getting tested and treated for sexually transmitted infections — some of which are on the rise. CBC's Gwyneth Egan reports. Social Sharing Prince Edward Island is seeing rising rates of sexually transmitted infections, including chlamydia, gonorrhea and infectious syphilis.
The average rate of chlamydia in 2025 was about 239 cases per 100,000 people, significantly higher than the previous five years, according to the province's new data .
"It is by far the most common sexually transmitted infection," said Chief Public Health Officer Dr. Heather Morrison.
The highest rates of chlamydia are among 19- to 24-year-olds. Morrison said the infection may not show any signs, which means many people may not know they have it.
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