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CDC STI Lab Closed Amid Syphilis Surge

Washington, D.C., USA
April 23, 2025 0 Negative I want health & wellness updates
CDC STI Lab Closed Amid Syphilis Surge

The White House defunded the CDC’s sole STI research lab even as syphilis cases surge nationwide, ending work on 50,000 gonorrhea samples that track antibiotic resistance. Public-health experts warn slower detection of new strains could hamper treatment guidelines.

What this means for you:
Expect delays in updated treatment advice and possible drug shortages.
Protect yourself: use condoms, request full STI panels yearly, and discuss recent testing with partners.
Prevention is key until federal support rebounds.

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