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Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health

Syphilis during pregnancy can cause fetal and infant loss and newborn birth defects and health challenges.

Published: September 15, 2021

Learn more about how untreated syphilis can impact a baby's health and the California Department of Public Health screening recommendations for syphilis.