Outbreak in Houston: Syphilis cases in women up by 128%; learn to recognize early stage symptoms
Houston faces a syphilis outbreak as cases in women surge by 128%. Congenital syphilis has also increased nine-fold, posing risks to unborn babies. To combat this, the city initiates outreach programs with increased screenings and waived testing fees. Early symptoms of syphilis include painless sores, but timely treatment is crucial as the infection can be life-threatening if left untreated.