Rise in syphilis cases, 2 other STDs in California spurs concern
Wednesday, August 15, 2012 - 18:30
in Health & Medicine
Syphilis cases jump 18% in 2011 from 2010, while chlamydia and gonorrhea cases also climb. Officials say they can lead to even more serious health problems.Syphilis cases in California jumped 18% from 2010 to 2011, according to new data released by the state Department of Public Health.