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MDH: Sharp rise in syphilis cases draws concern
KAAL-TV
Updated: June 29, 2022 02:08 PM
Created: June 29, 2022 02:08 PM
(ABC 6 News) - Minnesota health officials said syphilis cases rose sharply in Minnesota in 2021, bringing them to concerning levels.
The state’s increase mirrors the national trend, which is affecting all communities, according to the Minnesota Department of Health.
MDH is urging Minnesotans to take extra caution, get tested regularly and treated, if necessary, to help stem the tide.
“What we do know is that the rates of syphilis are troubling, especially the rise in congenital syphilis (CS), or when a pregnant person passes syphilis to an infant,” Jones said. In 2021, cases of CS in Minnesota increased by 115%, up to 15 cases. “CS can cause low birth weight, harm, or death to an infant if not treated. It is preventable when it’s caught early,” Jones said. “We are encouraging people to get tested regularly for STDs, especially if they are pregnant.” ....
MDH: Sharp rise in syphilis cases draws concern
KAAL-TV
Updated: June 29, 2022 02:08 PM
Created: June 29, 2022 02:08 PM
(ABC 6 News) - Minnesota health officials said syphilis cases rose sharply in Minnesota in 2021, bringing them to concerning levels.
The state’s increase mirrors the national trend, which is affecting all communities, according to the Minnesota Department of Health.
MDH is urging Minnesotans to take extra caution, get tested regularly and treated, if necessary, to help stem the tide.
“What we do know is that the rates of syphilis are troubling, especially the rise in congenital syphilis (CS), or when a pregnant person passes syphilis to an infant,” Jones said. In 2021, cases of CS in Minnesota increased by 115%, up to 15 cases. “CS can cause low birth weight, harm, or death to an infant if not treated. It is preventable when it’s caught early,” Jones said. “We are encouraging people to get tested regularly for STDs, especially if they are pregnant.” ....