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If you think you may have been exposed to syphilis,

call 455-5442 immediately.

     Some signs that you may be infected with syphilis are:

       ·   Sores in the genital or “private” areas.

       ·   A rash or spots on the palms of the hands or the soles of the feet.

       ·   Swelling or tenderness in the groin area.

You should be tested for syphilis if you fit in one of the above groups.

     Syphilis is a sexually-transmitted disease (STD). People who are at risk for getting this      disease are:

          ·     Persons with more than one sex partner

          ·     Persons who have had unprotected sex

          ·     Commercial sex workers (prostitutes)

          ·     Persons who trade sex for money or drugs

           ·     Persons with other STDs (including HIV)

          ·     Sexual partners of persons with syphilis

Southwest District Health has detected an increase number of syphilis infections in the Greater Treasure Valley, especially among young Hispanics.

Syphilis can kill you or your unborn child

Southwest District Health

920 Main Street

Caldwell, Idaho 83605