State Health Agency Finds Cases of Adult and Congenital Syphilis Spiking in Wisconsin

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has found that cases of adult and congenital syphilis are on the rise, with the highest rates being reported in Milwaukee. The number of people diagnosed withsyphilis in Milwaukee has increased by nearly 300% compared to pre-pandemic levels. Most of the increase in syphilis cases is in females of reproductive age. The City of Milwaukee has also reported higher numbers of congenital syphilis, or syphilis cases...(see release)
Source: Wisconsin DHFS Press Releases - Category: Hospital Management Authors: Source Type: news