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This fact sheet highlights the rising rates of syphilis and congenital syphilis, emphasizing the importance of prevention, timely testing, and antibiotic treatment. It underscores that nearly 90% of congenital syphilis cases can be prevented through early detection and treatment during pregnancy.
This information sheet outlines the steps in the tuberculosis (TB) care cascade, from diagnosis to treatment completion. It highlights the importance of accurate testing, adherence to treatment, and use of directly observed therapy to ensure successful outcomes and prevent TB transmission.
This guideline provides updated, evidence-based recommendations for diagnosing, treating, and managing latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI). It offers practical guidance for healthcare providers and public health programs, including testing options, treatment regimens, and considerations for special populations.
This webpage outlines treatment approaches for both inactive and active tuberculosis (TB), including medication regimens, side effects, adherence tips, and steps to prevent the spread of TB. It emphasizes the importance of taking TB medications as prescribed to ensure successful recovery and protect others.
This video provides a clear, detailed demonstration of the steps involved in administering and reading the Mantoux tuberculin skin test.
This webpage provides clinical guidance on the diagnosis and treatment of tuberculosis (TB) and latent TB infection (LTBI) in Wisconsin, outlining risk assessment, symptom evaluation, testing methods, and treatment protocols. It includes links to CDC resources and encourages use of state and national tools to support accurate diagnosis and effective care.
This video features Christopher Golden, a neonatologist at Johns Hopkins Children’s Center, discussing the alarming rise in congenital syphilis and its implications for pediatric care.
This information sheet explains the requirement for insurers to cover Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) without cost-sharing.
This information sheet provides guidance on covering the costs of PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) and PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis).
This information sheet offers a concise overview of tuberculosis (TB), detailing its transmission, symptoms, and treatment.
