Health Educators/Communicators

This handout describes nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM), clinical manifestations, NTM diagnosis, treatment, and action required. The handout also includes 2019 data from the Virginia Department of Health TB Program and links to additional information.

The handout provides information on the similarities and differences between COVID-19 and TB, lists who is at higher risk for TB, and includes additional recommendations. 

This 90-minute webinar focuses on how anti-black racism impacts African Americans' access to care and the quality of care they receive. The webinar also includes information on specific strategies for clinicians and programs to consider to improve TB care for African American patients.

This webinar explores strategies for HCV testing and linkage to care for people currently in or transitioning from prison.

This article provides a comprehensive overview of Doxycycline Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (Doxy-PEP), an antibiotic used to reduce the risk of bacterial sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis following condomless sex. It explains how Doxy-PEP works, the correct dosage and timing (200 mg within 24–72 hours after exposure), and who should or should not take it, including guidance for pregnant individuals. The article discusses potential side effects, interactions with other medications, and considerations regarding antibiotic resistance.

This educational video focuses on syphilis as an emerging threat to the health of birthing people and their infants. It provides guidance for prenatal nurses on understanding syphilis, interpreting diagnostic tests, educating patients, and implementing treatment strategies. The video emphasizes the importance of early detection, effective treatment with penicillin, partner testing, and follow-up testing to prevent serious complications such as stillbirth, congenital infection, and long-term developmental issues in newborns.

The 2024 US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) Recommendation Statement reaffirms the importance of early screening for syphilis infection in all pregnant individuals to prevent congenital syphilis and associated complications. The report underscores timely testing—including repeat screening in high-risk cases—as a critical measure to safeguard maternal and infant health.

This information sheet outlines how individuals can take a two‑pill (200 mg) dose of doxycycline within 24–72 hours after condomless oral, anal, or vaginal sex to significantly reduce the risk of syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia. It provides clear dosing instructions, timing guidance, and encourages regular STI screening and care coordination.

This report describes a newborn diagnosed with congenital syphilis, born to an adolescent mother without routine prenatal care. Despite initial diagnostic challenges, timely testing and treatment led to a positive outcome in accordance with national guidelines.