An Update on the Global Epidemiology of Syphilis

Overview

Journal Curr Epidemiol Rep

Specialty Public Health

Date 2018 Aug 18

PMID 30116697

Citations 124

Authors

Noah Kojima

Jeffrey D Klausner

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Abstract

Purpose Of Review: Syphilis continues to cause morbidity and mortality worldwide. While syphilis infection is easily identifiable and treatable, rates of syphilis infection continue to increase among select populations in high-income countries and remain at endemic levels in low- and middle-income counties.

Recent Findings: World Health Organization recommended strategies have led to the dual elimination of mother-to-child transmission of syphilis and HIV in several countries, however outbreaks among select populations need to be adequately addressed.

Summary: Continued vigilance and investment is needed to address syphilis worldwide. The epidemiology of syphilis differs in high-income and low- and middle-income counties.

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