Did You Know? | Talk, test, and treat—protecting patients from syphilis

• Syphilis rates are increasing across many US communities [PDF-2.8MB]—and even among newborn babies.
• Syphilis is easy to treat and cure with the right medication but can have serious complications [PDF-996KB] if left untreated. 
• CDC’s new whiteboard video for healthcare providers highlights syphilis trends, describes key testing recommendations for at-risk groups, and discusses three steps providers can take to protect their patients―talk, test, and treat.