Why syphilis matters now: Confronting syphilis in Australia

After being declared a Communicable Disease Incident of National Significance in 2025, syphilis has re-emerged as a critical public health issue in Australia.In this episode, we step into a real-world clinical scenario to unpack what health professionals need to know about syphilis right now. From recognising risk and making the most of opportunistic testing, to navigating diagnosis, treatment, follow-up and partner notification. We break down how syphilis is presenting in practice and how to respond with confidence.Want to stay ahead of a rapidly evolving issue? This episode delivers a clear, practical guide to managing syphilis in today’s clinical landscape.Guests: Shannon Woodward, nurse practitionerGet the whole story from ASHM:Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram. Access the deep dive webinar: https://ashm.org.au/education/lets-get-clinical/Resources discussed in this episodeSTI Guidelines: Syphilis ASHM Decision Making in Syphilis Tool Contact- Canberra Sexual Health Centre  STI Guidelines: Contact Tracing Australasian Contact Tracing Guidelines   This activity is supported by ACT Health Directorate.