July 2025

Sexually Transmitted Infections in War Conflict Zones – With Special Focus on Ukraine

Sexually transmitted infections are a major concern in war-torn areas due to disrupted healthcare systems, forced migration, and increased vulnerability. This article explores the link between armed conflict and STI transmission, with a special focus on the ongoing war in Ukraine.

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Carsten Sauer Mikkelsen

Specialist in Dermatology and Venereal Diseases, Private Practice in Brønderslev, Senior Research Fellow, Aalborg University Hospital, Denmark

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Giovanni Damiani

Professor, PhD, Italian Center of Precision Medicine and Chronic Inflammation, University of Milan, Italy

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Harisankar Anantharajan

Trainee Doctor, Private Practice in Dermatology and Venereal Diseases, Brønderslev, Research Fellow, Department of Dermatology and Venereal Diseases, Aalborg University Hospital, Denmark

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Luit Penninga

Specialist in Surgery, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Surgery and Transplantation, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen University Hospital, Copenhagen, Denmark

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Peter Bjerring

Professor. Dr.med, Department of Dermatology and Venereal Diseases, Aalborg University Hospital, and Hudcenter Mølholm, Private Hospital Mølholm, Vejle

Sexually Transmitted Infections in War Conflict Zones – With Special Focus on Ukraine

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