STDs

STDs August 19

First at-home syphilis antibody test gets FDA authorization as STD cases spike in US

The first at-home, over-the-counter syphilis antibody test has been granted marketing authorization by the FDA. Experts weigh in on the significance of accessible testing as STI cases rise in the U.S.

Health June 6

Rare, sexually transmitted ringworm reported in NYC

A new form of ringworm which looks like eczema and spread through sex was detected in a man in his 30s who slept with multiple other men on trips.

STDs March 7

STI rates shoot up in Europe due in part to riskier sexual behavior, European CDC says

The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control released its most recent data on STI rates, showing that they surged in 2022 following the pandemic.

Cervical Cancer February 15

Cervical cancer deaths could be reduced with home HPV testing, study finds

The National Cancer Institute announced a new program to study HPV testing via self-collection to prevent cervical cancer. Cancer experts Drs. Brian Slomovitz and Nicole Saphier discuss this method.

HEALTH February 6

As syphilis cases surge in the US, here’s what infectious disease experts want you to know

Syphilis is surging in the U.S., reaching the highest numbers in nearly 75 years. Experts comment on potential reasons behind the spread, who’s at risk and how to combat the infection.

US January 30

Syphilis cases surge in the US, reaching levels unseen since 1950

In 2022, the U.S. saw a 9% increase in infectious syphilis cases, reaching the highest count since 1950, with a total surpassing 207,000, according to a federal government report.

US November 7

US health officials report alarming surge in syphilis cases in infants

U.S. health officials are reporting a concerning increase in cases of syphilis in newborns. Syphilis caused 282 stillbirth and infant deaths, the CDC says.

HEALTH August 3, 2023

NIH selects Dr. Jeanne Marrazzo to succeed Fauci as top infectious disease expert

The National Institutes of Health picked Dr. Jeanne Marrazzo to head the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases on Wednesday.

STDs July 21, 2023

Hawaii health officials call for action as syphilis cases rise

The Hawaii Department of Health warned this week that expanded screening and treatment are crucial steps to address an increasing rate of syphilis cases there in women and newborns.

HEALTH July 20, 2023

Texas city reports syphilis outbreak amid 'limited supply' of penicillin drug

As syphilis cases continue to spike across the U.S. — with some cities and states reporting outbreaks — there is growing concern about the availability of Bicillin to treat the infection.