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July 10, 2026
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Drug-Resistant Gonorrhea (Shigella) Infections Rising Among Homosexuals
A drug-resistant strain of Shigella, a bacterial infection that affects the intestines, is spreading through sexual networks among some gay and bisexual men in the United Kingdom, according to a new study by researchers from the University of Cambridge and the UK Health Security ..
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A drug-resistant strain of Shigella, a bacterial infection affecting the intestines, is increasingly spreading through sexual networks, primarily among gay and bisexual men in the United Kingdom.
- 2,560 sexually transmitted Shigella infections were recorded in England in 2025, showing a steady rise.
- Research by scientists from the University of Cambridge and the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) highlights growing antibiotic resistance, with over 70% of sexually transmitted strains resistant to at least one common antibiotic.
- Health experts urge individuals experiencing symptoms to avoid sexual activity for at least two weeks post-recovery, use protection, and seek medical attention at a sexual health clinic for Shigella-specific testing.
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