🔥The 9th Round of Easy Loan, Earn $40 Reward is in progress❗️ ⏰ Promotion Period: January 15th - Feburary 15th, 2025 👉 Register now and check more details at gate.io/campaigns/358

Syphilis is a common sexually transmitted infection. If you are sexually active, ask your healthcare provider if you should get tested. For more information, visit cdc.gov/syphilis/about…

In 2023, the U.S. saw over 2.4M cases of chlamydia, gonorrhea & syphilis. While still high, data shows cases are declining or rising slower. 🎙️ Hear from CDC’s Dr. Bradley Stoner on what’s driving these trends & why there’s hope. Check it out here: apple.co/49Ih9GO

Big win for correctional health– starting Jan 1, 2025, all state Medicaid & CHIP programs must provide several services recommended by CDC for eligible youth who are incarcerated. This includes screening for HIV, hep B & C, STIs, & TB. CMSGov Details: bit.ly/3D30fGG

The window period for an #HIV test is the time between exposure and when a test can detect HIV. If you get an HIV test after a potential HIV exposure and the result is negative, get tested again after the window period for the test you took. #HIVBasics

CDC_HIV seeks public comment on new draft updates to the 2006 Revised Recs for #HIV Testing of Adults, Adolescents & Pregnant Women in Health Care Settings. regulations.gov/docket/CDC-202…

Did you know that Christmas Seal sales raised millions of dollars to fight #TB? In this 1929 photo, President Hoover is shown purchasing his Christmas Seals. bit.ly/411wXlS

The @cdcgov public comment period for the updated HIV screening guidelines is now open through January 2, 2025. Share your feedback! Read more: hiv.gov/blog/public-co…

As this year comes to a close, we reflect on #PublicHealth accomplishments in work that intersects with efforts to end the HIV epidemic. Read about HHS’s work to address the #syphilis surge, including expanding access to #SyphilisTesting, enhancing data, increasing education and

On November 26, HHS.gov removed research requirements for kidney & liver transplants between people living with #HIV under the HOPE Act. This expands access to life-saving kidney & liver transplants, reduces barriers, & fights stigma. 🔗 bit.ly/3Dh9z9X

Public input is requested on draft guidelines for #HIV screening in clinical settings. Don’t delay – the deadline is 1/2/25! regulations.gov/docket/CDC-202…

Check out the #TB Personal Stories website to watch seven new stories highlighting the personal experiences of six TB survivors: bit.ly/4auy92i We Are TB

Mpox reminders for clinicians: ✅ Encourage 2-dose JYNNEOS vaccine to eligible pts ✅ Discuss #mpox prevention & safer sex practices ✅ Consider mpox as a diagnosis in pts with lesions or other clinical signs consistent with mpox CDC update on mpox: bit.ly/3OKfDue

Met up with Dr. Brad Stoner to discuss the 2023 #STIreport. CDC STD Read more report highlights in Connections 🔗 bit.ly/3VOyFnm

CDC, American Thoracic Society (ATS), ERS, and IDSA have released updated treatment guidelines for the treatment of drug-susceptible and drug-resistant #TB disease. Learn more in ATS Blue Journal: bit.ly/4fPD40l

The #mpox vaccine is well-researched & proven to protect against severe illness. Those at risk of mpox infection should discuss vaccination & coverage eligibility with their provider or local retail pharmacy. mpox vaccine info 👉 bit.ly/4fII0nX

CDC’s Division of Tuberculosis Elimination funds four #TB Centers of Excellence for Training, Education, and Medical Consultation (TB COEs). Which TB #COE covers your area? Learn more: bit.ly/3ysweOk

In the latest @HIVgov blog digest video: • Experts highlight promise of and knowledge gaps with doxycyline as a prevention strategy for sexually transmitted infections (#STIs) • We share some of the top blogs from 2024 • The NIH announces awards to advance tech for #HIV

📅 SAVE THE DATE 📅 On February 11 - 12, APHL is holding a virtual consultation with clinicians, scientists, laboratorians & public health experts to discuss same day and viral first testing strategies for the diagnosis of #HCV infection. Register today: bit.ly/40iDbfe

Updated #HIV guidance for State #Medicaid programs from CMSGov, HRSA, and CDC: Opportunities to improve #HIV testing, prevention, and care delivery for Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries based on the latest scientific evidence. Read more: hiv.gov/blog/cms-relea…

February 14th is the deadline to nominate a U.S. TB Elimination Champion. If there's someone you want to recognize, don't miss your chance—nominate today. Read about the nomination process: bit.ly/3Wo197E #WorldTBDay #TBEliminationChampion