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Syphilis: Did Christopher Columbus bring the STD to Europe? DW 12/18/2024

Syphilis likely originated in the Americas and was brought to Europe by Columbus's sailors after their interactions with indigenous populations.

Syphilis: Did Columbus bring the STD to Europe? DW 12/18/2024

Syphilis may have originated in the Americas 8,000 years ago, contradicting the belief that it was exclusively a European disease introduced after Columbus's voyages.

Syphilis: Did Columbus bring the STI to Europe? DW 12/18/2024

The recent research supports the Columbian hypothesis, suggesting syphilis actually originated in the Americas before Columbus's voyages.

Syphilis: Did Christopher Columbus bring the STD to Europe? DW 12/18/2024

Syphilis likely originated in the Americas and was brought to Europe by Columbus's sailors after their interactions with indigenous populations.

Syphilis: Did Columbus bring the STD to Europe? DW 12/18/2024

Syphilis may have originated in the Americas 8,000 years ago, contradicting the belief that it was exclusively a European disease introduced after Columbus's voyages.

Syphilis: Did Columbus bring the STI to Europe? DW 12/18/2024

The recent research supports the Columbian hypothesis, suggesting syphilis actually originated in the Americas before Columbus's voyages.
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Syphilis cases rise to their highest levels since the 1950s, CDC says

The number of syphilis cases in the U.S. has increased by nearly 80% between 2018 and 2022, with rates increasing among all age groups and regions.
Racial and ethnic minorities are disproportionately affected by syphilis due to social inequities and health inequalities.

Ancient DNA suggests syphilis originated in Americas before ravaging Europe

Syphilis may have originated in the Americas, contradicting prior theories of its arrival from Europe. This has crucial implications for understanding public health today.

New Test for Syphilis Can Be Done in the Privacy of Your Home

The FDA authorized the first over-the-counter at-home syphilis test to combat a national surge in STIs.

At Long Last, the Surge in S.T.I.s May Be Leveling Off

Rates of sexually transmitted infections in the U.S. are showing early signs of decline after decades of increases.

Push to improve syphilis testing in US as disease makes dramatic comeback

Syphilis cases have dramatically increased in the US, requiring urgent action to modernize testing and treatment.

FDA authorizes first over-the-counter syphilis test to use at home

The FDA has approved an over-the-counter home test for syphilis to combat rising infection rates in the U.S.

Syphilis cases rise to their highest levels since the 1950s, CDC says

The number of syphilis cases in the U.S. has increased by nearly 80% between 2018 and 2022, with rates increasing among all age groups and regions.
Racial and ethnic minorities are disproportionately affected by syphilis due to social inequities and health inequalities.

Ancient DNA suggests syphilis originated in Americas before ravaging Europe

Syphilis may have originated in the Americas, contradicting prior theories of its arrival from Europe. This has crucial implications for understanding public health today.

New Test for Syphilis Can Be Done in the Privacy of Your Home

The FDA authorized the first over-the-counter at-home syphilis test to combat a national surge in STIs.

At Long Last, the Surge in S.T.I.s May Be Leveling Off

Rates of sexually transmitted infections in the U.S. are showing early signs of decline after decades of increases.

Push to improve syphilis testing in US as disease makes dramatic comeback

Syphilis cases have dramatically increased in the US, requiring urgent action to modernize testing and treatment.

FDA authorizes first over-the-counter syphilis test to use at home

The FDA has approved an over-the-counter home test for syphilis to combat rising infection rates in the U.S.
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Ancient bones shed new light on debate over origins of syphilis

Ancient DNA analysis suggests that syphilis originated in the Americas, predating Columbus's arrival.

The FDA Just Approved Another At-Home Test For STIs - This One For Syphilis

An FDA-authorized at-home syphilis test addresses rising cases of the infection.
The First To Know Syphilis Test allows for quick, early detection of syphilis at home.
Despite high accuracy, positive results still require confirmatory testing by a doctor.
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Sexual health services in the UK are 'at breaking point' after increase in STIs

Sexually transmitted infections in the UK are on the rise, with an increase in cases of gonorrhoea, syphilis, and chlamydia.
The demand for sexual health services is growing, with a significant increase in consultations and diagnostic tests.

Life-threatening STIs are spiking across the US, per CDC data: 'Out of control'

Rise of life-threatening sexually transmitted infections (STIs) is 'out of control'
STIs must be a public health priority

Sexual health services in the UK are 'at breaking point' after increase in STIs

Sexually transmitted infections in the UK are on the rise, with an increase in cases of gonorrhoea, syphilis, and chlamydia.
The demand for sexual health services is growing, with a significant increase in consultations and diagnostic tests.

Life-threatening STIs are spiking across the US, per CDC data: 'Out of control'

Rise of life-threatening sexually transmitted infections (STIs) is 'out of control'
STIs must be a public health priority
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Syphilislike Diseases Have Plagued Humans for 14,000 Years

Oldest evidence of syphilis-causing microorganisms found in remains of people on the eastern coast of South America 2,000 years ago.
Discovery challenges the theory that Columbus's crew brought syphilis to Europe and pushes back the origins of syphilis by thousands of years.

Jimmy Kimmel Has His Own Theory About Trump's Icky Red Hand

Jimmy Kimmel pokes fun at Donald Trump's viral moment with red splotches on his hand.
Speculation about the red splotches being a symptom of syphilis circulated on social media.

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

A public health investigator in Los Angeles County is tracking down women of childbearing age who have tested positive for syphilis to prevent transmission to newborns.
Cases of syphilis have increased in L.A. County and across the country, leading to an alarming number of infected newborns.
The number of congenital syphilis cases reported annually among newborns in the U.S. has drastically increased over the past decade.
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