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www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Medicine

Did You Have Syphilis When You Were Pregnant? We Want to Hear From You.

Congenital syphilis cases in the US are increasing, with severe implications for infants. Timely testing and treatment can prevent adverse outcomes. [ more ]
WIRED
7 months ago
Public health

A Surge in Babies Born With Syphilis Is a Warning Sign

Cases of babies born with syphilis in the US have risen tenfold in a decade.
Congenital syphilis has reached its highest rate in 30 years, with 3,761 cases in 2022. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
7 months ago
Public health

Babies are losing their lives to a preventable illness. Her job is stopping it

Cases of syphilis have skyrocketed in L.A. County and across the country, particularly among women of childbearing age.
Infected newborns can suffer stillbirth or enduring medical issues.
The number of congenital syphilis cases among newborns has increased significantly in recent years. [ more ]
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