3 Babies Have Died of Congenital Syphilis in New York: What Is It?

3 babies have died of congenital syphilis in New York: What is it?

(NewsNation) — So far this year, at least three infant deaths associated with congenital syphilis have been reported in New York state, as the number of reported cases continues to increase nationwide. On Aug. 12, the New York State Department of Health issued a release urging parents to get tested. "No baby should die from syphilis in New York State or anywhere in this country; it is completely preventable," State Health Commissioner Dr. James …

Three babies die amid ‘concerning rise’ of syphilis in New York — what to know about the dangerous disease

At least three babies have died of presumed congenital syphilis in New York state this year, prompting health officials to warn about the risks of the preventable infection.

Three New York Infants Die from Congenital Syphilis in 2025 as Statewide Cases Climb

The New York State Health Department announced Tuesday that at least three infants have died this year from presumed congenital syphilis as infections continue to rise across the state. Congenital syphilis - a curable bacterial infection transmitted from mother to fetus during pregnancy - can cause serious complications or death if not detected and treated promptly. Untreated cases may result in miscarriage, stillbirth, premature birth, or newbo…