Rapid Surge of Ceftriaxone-Resistant Gonorrhea in China

A study in China found that the prevalence of ceftriaxone-resistant gonorrhea isolates nearly tripled between 2017 and 2021, with some provinces showing rates above 25 percent. This poses a pressing public health concern not only for China but for the entire world, as these resistant clones have spread internationally. The findings underscore the urgent need for a comprehensive approach to address antibiotic-resistant Neisseria gonorrhoeae in China and highlight the necessity of collaborative cross-border efforts to monitor and mitigate its further spread.