Syphilis: An STBBI on the rise

Many people may not realize they have syphilis. Symptoms can be so mild that they go unnoticed, so regular testing is important if you are sexually active. Rates of syphilis and congenital syphilis are on the rise in Canada. Host Megan Beahen sits down with Dr. Jared Bullard, Director General of Medical and Scientific Affairs at the Public Health Agency of Canada’s National Microbiology Laboratory, and an Associate Professor and Section Head of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, for a conversation about syphilis symptoms, testing, treatment and the importance of normalizing sexual health practices. Learn more: Syphilis cases are on the rise in Canada - Canada.ca  Syphilis: Symptoms and treatment - Canada.ca  Syphilis: Infection during pregnancy - Canada.ca  Syphilis: Prevention and risks - Canada.ca  Syphilis: Awareness resources - Canada.ca  A preventable public health crisis: Diagnosing and Managing Congenital Syphilis | Canadian Paediatric Society  Syphilis – Sex & U