Disease:  Syphilis

Test/Treat:

Scott County Health Department will test? yes
Scott County Health Department will treat? yes

What is it? How do I get it?

For more information please see the CDC Fact Sheet.

Links:

• http://wiki.idph.iowa.gov/epimanual/Home/CategoryID/114
• http://www.cdc.gov/std/syphilis/STDFact-Syphilis.htm

Keep in mind that…

• STDs may be passed from person to person regardless of the presence of symptoms.
• STDs may be passed through all forms of sexual contact (oral, anal, vaginal).
• STDs if untreated may lead to more severe problems.
• Alcohol and drugs decrease your ability to make good decisions regarding your sexual behavior.