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 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 video explains the role of Pap smears in cervical health, highlighting that while they detect abnormal cell changes, they do not test for most STDs. It focuses on the connection between Pap smears and human papillomavirus (HPV), which is related to cervical cancer. The video emphasizes the importance of understanding the limitations of Pap smears and encourages discussing STD concerns with your healthcare provider for comprehensive testing.
Esta página web ofrece una descripción general de la hepatitis B, incluyendo sus causas, síntomas, diagnóstico y opciones de tratamiento. Se enfatiza la importancia de la vacunación para prevenir la propagación de la hepatitis B y reducir el riesgo de cáncer de hígado y otras complicaciones graves de salud.
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 an overview of active tuberculosis (TB) disease and latent TB infection (LTBI), including how TB spreads, symptoms, prevention, and treatment. It highlights key resources, fact sheets, and guidance for both the public and health professionals in Wisconsin.
