CHLAMYDIA ON THE RISE ![]() Chlamydia trachomatis: This sexually transmitted bacterial infection, can cause blindness and infertility if untreated. Backpackers fuelling Chlamydia spread David Brill Backpackers’ promiscuity and reluctance to use condoms is fuelling the spread of chlamydia, say Sydney experts, who want health campaigns to get serious about targeting bars and hostels. Reviewing almost 13,000 tests at a Sydney sexual health clinic, researchers found the proportion of backpackers testing positive for Chlamydia has more than doubled over eight years. |











