An increase in sexually transmitted diseases in Hawaii to the highest numbers reported in decades can be linked to the prevalence of online dating, officials said. Cases of chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis have increased significantly in the state, The Honolulu Star-Advertiser reported Sunday. Syphilis infections increased to 180 cases from 38 a decade ago, officials said. More connections with many more people are made rapidly through online dating services, officials said. The Hawaii figures correspond with the national rates of chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis infections, which have risen for the fifth year in a row, officials said.

Source: ABC News October 14, 2019 00:22 UTC