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Congenital Syphilis Soars 700% Amid STI Declines
9/26/2025
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Story summary
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports a surge in congenital syphilis in the United States, nearing 4,000 cases in 2024.
- STIs declined 9% from 2023 to 2024, the third consecutive decline.
- Chlamydia and primary/secondary syphilis fell for the second year.
- Congenital syphilis has risen nearly 700% over the past decade. Only 80% of pregnant women are screened.
