From Fortune:

Nationwide, the syphilis rates have reached a 70-year high, with 207,255 cases reported in 2022. Tennessee’s infection rates rose by 86% between 2017 and 2021, contributing to an epidemic. Moreover, 10 times more cases of congenital syphilis were reported, and 231 resulted in stillbirth. The shortage of penicillin has further complicated the treatment of the disease. Pfizer has confirmed a high demand for injectable penicillin, making it difficult to keep up with supply. This shortage is affecting the treatment of syphilis patients across the country, leading to a frustrating situation for public health agencies, providers, and patients.



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