The Houston Health Department has reported an outbreak of congenital syphilis in Houston and Harris County.
According to recent stats, new infections rose from 1,845 in 2019 to 2,905 in 2022, a 57% increase. Cases among women totaled 674 cases in 2022, up from 295 cases in 2019. Congenital syphilis soared from 16 cases in 2016 to 151 cases in 2021, the latest year for which statistics are available.
The department will wave all clinical fees for sexually transmitted infections at its health centers, according to the release. Syphilis is easily treatable with antibiotics. However, without adequate treatment, syphilis infection progresses to the secondary stage when one or more areas of the skin break into a rash – usually non-itchy and most typically on the palms and soles.
Brasil Últimas Notícias, Brasil Manchetes
Similar News:Você também pode ler notícias semelhantes a esta que coletamos de outras fontes de notícias.
Syphilis outbreak in Houston, Harris County, says Houston Health DepartmentHouston and Harris County are experiencing a syphilis outbreak after Houston Health Department (HHD) reports a 128% increase in cases among women and 57% increase overall.
Consulte Mais informação »
Houston County Health Scores, July 3-7Here are the health scores for food and lodging establishments Jul. 3-7 as provided by the Houston County Health Department. A score of 1 means the establishment is new and
Consulte Mais informação »
'ShotSpotter' not curbing violence and only delaying HPD response times, Houston Chronicle reportsThe city of Houston touted the need for new crime-fighting technology to support police, but ABC13's partners at the Houston Chronicle found data suggesting an unsuccessful result so far.
Consulte Mais informação »
Houston Black-owned business selected to receive $25,000 grantA Houston-area Black-owned business received a big grant to expand their business.
Consulte Mais informação »
Houston ISD names 57 schools participating in 'New Education System'Selecting the campuses is just one step in a multi-phase process under the new state-appointed superintendent Mike Miles.
Consulte Mais informação »