Syphilis outbreak in Queensland, Australia increases congenital syphilis fatalities, prompting calls for higher STIs screenings.
An outbreak of syphilis in Queensland, Australia has led to a sharp increase in congenital syphilis fatalities, prompting calls for higher sexually transmitted infection screenings. Syphilis can be easily treated with antibiotics if detected early, but if left untreated, it can lead to birth abnormalities, stillbirth, and neurological problems. The rise in cases is believed to be due to a decrease in condom use, barriers to health care access in remote areas, the use of dating apps, and possibly the number of men who have sex with both genders.
August 26, 2024
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