New cases of HIV diagnosed in the United Kingdom (UK) 2013-2023

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Juliette Gagliardi,
Jan 28, 2025

The number of new cases of HIV diagnosed in the UK fluctuated over the observed period. In 2023, there were 6,402 new HIV cases recorded in the UK, highest in the given period. Cases of AIDS in the UK were significantly lower, with 196 cases in 2023.

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 24.5 thousand in 2023, of which 17.8 thousand were among males. Among male individuals, the most common mode of HIV transmission in Europe in 2023 was among men having homosexual intercourse. 

Number of new cases of HIV diagnosed in the United Kingdom (UK) from 2013 to 2023

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November 2024

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United Kingdom

Survey time period

2013 to 2023

Supplementary notes

Data prior to 2014 from earlier publications by the source.

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