
Syphilis is Back
And it’s in your neck of the woods.
The good news is that it is preventable and curable.
You might not know you have it, because like many STDs, symptoms can go unnoticed. The only way to know is to get tested.
If left untreated, it can cause serious health problems for you and your partner.
Our 35 health centers offer confidential, accurate and affordable STD testing.
Congenital Syphilis:
Syphilis can spread from an infected mother to her baby. This is called Congenital Syphilis.
2 out of every 5 babies born to women with syphilis may be stillborn or die from infection. The number of babies born with congentital syphilis in California increased every year since 2012.
Prenatal screening and prompt treatment for pregnant women is essential for preventing these devastating birth outcomes.
Testing and Treatment
Testing is a simple blood test. If you do test positive, Syphilis can be easily cured with antibiotics and we can treat your partner too.
What if You're Pregnant?
Get tested for syphilis as soon as possible.
If you do test positive, you can start treatment at any point in your pregnancy with no harm to the fetus.
Get your partner treated, so you don’t get reinfected. Wear condoms to avoid reinfection.
How do I pay for Testing and Treatment?
We accept many insurance plans including Medi-Cal, Family PACT, Medicare, and private employer plans. If you have no insurance, we still have you covered with sliding scale fees based on your income level.
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