The City of Houston is grappling with a growing Syphilis crisis, particularly among women, with reported cases skyrocketing by a staggering 128%, according to the health department
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In 2022 alone, 674 cases were documented, a sharp contrast to the 295 cases reported four years ago. Pregnant women, unfortunately, have played a significant role in the surge, as they unknowingly pass the infection to their unborn babies. The health department urgently advises pregnant women to undergo syphilis testing during their first prenatal visit, in the third trimester, and again at delivery. In response, the city’s health department has waived fees for STD testing to combat the alarming rise.
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A syphilis outbreak in Houston has led to a 128 percent increase in cases among women and a nine-fold increase in congenital syphilis cases since 2016, the Houston Health Department said Thursday. https://t.co/bGhqxDHWDB
— Houston Chronicle (@HoustonChron) July 14, 2023
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