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Syphilis

Syphilis is a chronic bacterial sexually transmitted infection (STI); the syphilis syndemic refers to the clustering of syphilis, congenital syphilis, substance use disorder, mental illness, and other STIs including HIV, gonorrhea, and chlamydia. SAMHSA has issued a Dear Colleagues letter about the use of grant funds to address the syphilis syndemic. Please refer to the list of resources below for additional information.

Strategic Plans and Calls to Action

General Facts and Information

Training

Screening, Testing, and Treatment

At-risk Populations

Pregnancy

People Impacted by the Criminal Justice System

Last Updated: 01/31/2024