This resource provides sexually transmitted infection (STI) programs with suggestions and
considerations for planning, implementing, and evaluating STI prevention program activities. It is written
for STI program managers and staff who have the demanding task of implementing, operating, and
managing a prevention program while navigating constantly changing circumstances
A new voluntary recall by King Pharmaceuticals LLC., a subsidiary of Pfizer, of specific referenced lots of Bicillin® L-A (Penicillin G Benzathine Injectable Suspension). Pfizer is initiating this recall due to particulates identified during visual inspection.
Walgreens and Greater Than HIV/STDs, a public information campaign from KFF, are joining with health departments and community organizations to provide free rapid HIV, syphilis and hepatitis C testing at more than 575 Walgreens stores on June 27 for the nation’s largest National HIV Testing Day (NHTD) event. Since 2011, KFF’s Greater Than HIV and Walgreens National HIV Community Partnership has provided more than 93,000 free HIV/STD tests through the in-store NHTD program.
Six jurisdictions that participated in SET-NET reported data on women with syphilis during pregnancy and outcomes that occurred during 2018–2021. Frequencies of adverse outcomes were reported by syphilis treatment status during pregnancy as defined by the 2021 Sexually Transmitted Infections Treatment Guidelines (inadequate, adequate, and no treatment).
The National STD Curriculum is a free, up-to-date educational resource for health care professionals and trainees to learn how to diagnose, treat, and prevent sexually transmitted diseases and infections. The recently released 3rd Edition offers 30 free CME/CNE/CE, 12 free pharmacology CE for advanced practice nurses, and Certificates of Completion.
