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Alaska’s newborns are facing a terrifying surge in syphilis cases — 14 babies diagnosed last year, the highest in decades. This spike mirrors a 14% jump in adult cases and a 51% rise in long-term infections, mostly in Anchorage and Matanuska-Susitna. Untreated, congenital syphilis can cause blindness, developmental delays, or death — but early prenatal testing and treatment can prevent it. Yet many mothers received little or no care, delaying diagnosis. Health officials are now mobilizing to reach at-risk women with transportation and support — but with Alaska ranking among the worst nationally for STDs, the crisis demands urgent, sustained action. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/1f731c80e05eeaf0
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