Forwarded by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health
Forwarded by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health
CDPH Health Update:
Updated Syphilis Screening Recommendations
October 16, 2024
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) has released a Health Update to inform clinicians of the updated syphilis screening recommendations in response to rising syphilis and congenital syphilis rates in the state. These recommendations now apply statewide, regardless of local syphilis or congenital case rates, and include people of all genders and sexual orientations.
In Los Angeles County, clinicians needing assistance with diagnosing and treating syphilis are encouraged to call the Los Angeles County DPH STD Provider Consult Line:  
  • Weekdays 8:00 am–5:00 pm: call 213-368-7441.

Read the full CDPH Health Update
You can also copy and paste this link into your browser:  https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/OPA/Pages/CAHAN/CDPH-Updates-Syphilis-Screening-Recommendations.aspx

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