As per information shared by the Department of Health, all attempts at combating the rapid rises in cases of chlamydia infection are being hindered with "ignorance and indifference" in the under-
25 age group.

A survey carried out by the DH of 2,000 youngsters and their parents revealed a "superficial knowledge and a casual attitude" to chlamydia, and this seems to be putting the country's sexual health at a great risk.

The survey discovered that about 1 in 5 people do not realize that contracting chlamydia can affect a female's fertility, and nearly two-thirds do not use a condom when they have sex for the first time with a new partner.

Also, 9 out of 10 participants admitted that they do not get tested for STIs before they start a new relationship, and this is after acknowledging that chlamydia is the most common STI in England.

Even parents, the survey discovered, had "misplaced opinions about chlamydia and sexual health".