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Sharp increases in infectious syphilis and congenital syphilis are prompting calls for improved surveillance, prevention and testing strategies, and the destigmatization of sexually transmitted infections.

From 2021 to 2022, cases of syphilis increased 19% (1,608 to 1,916).

State health officials say pregnant patients should be tested during first trimester, at 28 weeks, and at time of delivery.

MADISON (WKBT) -- Wisconsins Department of Health Services wants providers across the state to increase screening and testing for syphilis.

Doxycycline can help prevent sexually transmitted infections. Here’s how to use it.

Mississippi reports a staggering 1000% increase in infant hospitalizations due to congenital transmission of syphilis since 2016, a CDC study has revealed.

The shock resurgence of an old disease is causing pain and misdiagnoses. New cases are outpacing public health officials’ ability to keep up.

Experts are now endorsing a 'morning after' pill to try to slow the spread.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention plans to recommend a widely used antibiotic, though not for everyone just yet.

John Fa’ukafa and Tiahn Beuth-Pukepuke are working with vulnerable populations.