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Rise in newborn syphilis cases prompts DOH intervention

More babies in the U.S. are being born with syphilis than at any time in the last 20 years, and CDC research indicates that the trend is growing exponentially worse. The latest data show New Mexico has the second-highest rate in the country. The infection is curable. And it’s alarming rise led the New Mexico Department of Health to issue an order aimed at increasing syphilis testing for anyone who’s pregnant in the state.

Venereal Disease Program | David J Sencer CDC Museum

An Agency to Serve the Public Next, the exhibit explores how CDC became an agency to serve the public through the “Great Society” program started by President Lyndon B. Johnson. For this program, Congress passed legislation that fought against poverty; protected civil rights; and aimed to improve education, health, and mass transit. This legislation reflected an expanding belief in social progress – essentially building a greater society in the U.S. In this social context, CDC expanded its public health programs in the 1960s and early 1970s. While surveillance of infectious diseases was still central to CDC’s work, disease prevention was also emphasized. By 1970, the agency’s work included chronic disease prevention, environmental health, injury control, and workplace safety.

Many Blacks mistrust vaccines due to 1930s Tuskegee study

Some African Americans fear taking the vaccine after the 40-year Public Health Service Syphilis Study at Tuskegee. Author: Paola Suro (WXIA) Updated: 7:05 PM CST December 11, 2020 ATLANTA As the nation is one step closer to getting a COVID-19 vaccine, the next concern will be whether or not people will take it. Dr. Kimberly Carr who works as a community resource specialist at the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center said some in the African American community have been skeptical of the vaccine. This follows decades of mistrust between the community and those in healthcare. I would hope there will be increased participation among everyone, but also I understand that when you talk about vaccinations and public trust, the first thing you think about is the syphilis study, Carr said.

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