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Screening for Syphilis Infection During Pregnancy US Preventive Services Task Force Reaffirmation Recommendation Statement

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.

Author:
US Preventive Services Task Force/JAMA
Format:
Report
Publication Date:
2025
ID:
381544
  • Health Educators/Communicators
  • Health Professionals
  • Nurses
  • Physicians
  • Pregnant Women
  • Women
  • STI
  • Health Care Planning
  • Pregnancy
  • Sexually Transmitted Infections
  • Syphilis
  • Women