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natureentomology1 year ago

"STD-Infected 'Zombie' Cicadas: Trillions Set to Emerge Across the U.S."

Periodical cicadas, set to infest the Southeast and Midwest, are known for their exceptional urination abilities and are being ravaged by a sexually transmitted fungus that turns them into "zombie" insects, causing their private parts to fall off. This fungus sterilizes the cicadas and uses them to spread to others, while also having hallucinatory effects on birds that eat them. Additionally, these insects are the strongest urinators in the animal kingdom, with flow rates surpassing those of elephants and humans, and they play a role in rescuing caterpillars.

via Newser|
#entomology#natureentomology#periodical-cicadas
health1 year ago

"Surging Syphilis Rates in Pregnant Women Triple Infection Risk for Infants, CDC Report Shows"

Rates of syphilis in pregnant women have tripled since 2016, with 280.4 pregnant women per 100,000 births testing positive for the disease in 2022. This increase has led to a rise in congenital syphilis, putting babies at a 40% risk of stillbirth or death as newborns. The nationwide outbreak of syphilis and other STDs is attributed to casual hookups and the popularity of dating apps. The CDC report also highlights a lack of adequate treatment during pregnancy as a contributing factor to the increase in congenital syphilis cases.

via Daily Mail|
#cdc#congenital-syphilis#health
health2 years ago

"Minnesota Sees 40-Year High in Congenital Syphilis Cases"

Minnesota reported the highest number of congenital syphilis cases in 40 years, with 29 newborns affected in 2022, including three stillbirths. The state's Health Department emphasized the preventability of the disease through early detection and treatment, as it can lead to severe complications for newborns. The increase in congenital syphilis cases mirrors the rise in syphilis cases both locally and nationally, prompting recommendations for pregnant women to undergo screening at least three times during pregnancy.

via Star Tribune|
#congenital-syphilis#health#health-department
health2 years ago

"Rising Resurgence: Decades-Old Sexually Transmitted Disease Makes a Comeback"

The number of syphilis cases in Kansas has seen a significant increase, with 92 positive cases reported in 2021 compared to just four cases in 2013. The rise is attributed to factors such as lack of access to healthcare during the COVID-19 pandemic and risky behaviors like unprotected sex. Injection drug use and the presence of fentanyl have also contributed to the increase. Syphilis can have severe consequences if left untreated, including damage to the nervous system. Efforts are being made to educate and test individuals, with a particular concern for babies born with the disease.

via KAKE|
#babies#health#healthcare-access
health2 years ago

"Syphilis Spreads: Columbus Public Health Reports Outbreak"

Columbus Public Health has issued a warning about a syphilis outbreak in the city, urging individuals at risk to get tested. Syphilis is transmitted through unprotected sexual contact and can cause long-term damage if left untreated. The organization offers sexual health clinics and testing for those who may have been exposed to the disease.

via NBC4 WCMH-TV|
#columbus-public-health#health#public-health-warning
health2 years ago

Surge in Syphilis Cases Hits Lubbock with 500% Increase

The City of Lubbock in Texas has reported a 500% increase in syphilis cases from 2019 to this year, with a particular rise among women. The surge in cases has led to a shortage of the frontline medication, penicillin G benzathine, used to treat syphilis. Pfizer, the sole supplier of the medication, has reported shortages, forcing health officials to use an alternative medication, Doxycycline. The shortage is expected to last until April 2024. Syphilis, if left untreated, can cause severe damage to internal organs and complications for women wanting to become pregnant. Health experts emphasize the importance of using condoms as a preventive measure against sexually transmitted infections and diseases.

via KCBD|
#health#lubbock#medication-shortage
health2 years ago

Syphilis Cases on the Rise in Texas and Across the US

Texas leads the US in babies born with syphilis, with 680 cases in 2021, and tied with Mississippi for the fourth-highest rate of congenital syphilis in the nation. The problem is getting worse due to social barriers to healthcare access and a general lack of awareness of the importance of testing and treatment. Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease that can cause severe symptoms in babies, including stillbirths and infant deaths. The increase in cases is partly due to the pandemic, but experts say the disease has been spreading in Texas for years.

via Houston Chronicle |
#babies#health#healthcare-access