Per CDC Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) that can cause serious health problems without treatment. Infection develops in stages (primary, secondary, latent, and tertiary). Each stage can have different signs and symptoms. Babies can also get syphilis. Congenital syphilis is the disease that happens when women pass syphilis to their babies during pregnancy. How it spreads You can get syphilis by direct contact with a syphilis sore during vaginal, anal, or ora

Per CDC Key points Most people get HIV through anal or vaginal sex, or sharing needles, syringes, or other drug injection equipment. Only certain body fluids can transmit HIV. There are powerful tools to help prevent HIV transmission. How HIV is transmitted You can get HIV if you have anal or vaginal sex with someone who has HIV without using protection (like condoms or medicine to prevent HIV). You can also get HIV from sharing needles, syringes, or other drug injection equi

Per CDC: Key points Yersinia are bacteria (germs) that can make you sick. Infection with Yersinia is often linked to eating raw or undercooked pork. Symptoms depend on the age of the person with the infection. Causes People can get infected after swallowing Yersinia. Children are more likely to get Yersinia infection than adults. Common causes of infection Contaminated food, especially raw or undercooked pork Contact with a person who has prepared a pork product, such as chit

Per Ready.gov This year’s National Preparedness Month theme is Americans Stand Ready. When Americans take steps to prepare for disasters and keep their families safe, every neighborhood and community is more resilient. Throughout National Preparedness Month in September, FEMA will celebrate and encourage American resourcefulness and civic responsibility. This year’s theme will focus on several distinct ideas that capture how Americans take pride in their ability to protect t

Per CDC: Key points Vibrio are bacteria that naturally live in coastal waters. About a dozen kinds of Vibrio can cause people to get an infection called vibriosis. People can get vibriosis after swallowing Vibrio or getting it in a wound. Vibrio infection can be serious. Know when to seek medical care. Symptoms Common signs and symptoms of Vibrio infection Watery diarrhea Stomach cramps Nausea Vomiting Fever Chills Signs and symptoms of Vibrio bloodstream infection Fever Chil

August 31st is International Overdose Awareness Day. (IOAD) This marks 25 years of global remembrance, awareness, and action. This year's theme, "25 Years On. Still Needed.", reminds us that overdose continues to affect people, families, and communities everywhere. Key Points to Remember: Behind every statistic is a person. IOAD is a time to honor people who have died from overdose, recognize the grief of families and communities, and support people affected by substance u