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Gonorrhea and syphilis cases reach record highs in Europe

Gonorrhea and syphilis cases in Europe have hit record highs, including mother-to-baby syphilis transmission.
WHO: Europe
WHAT: Gonorrhea and syphilis cases reached record highs, with increased mother-to-unborn-baby syphilis transmission.
WHEN: May 21, 2026 at 1:00 AM ET
WHERE: Europe
WHY: Syphilis is being transmitted from mothers to unborn babies at rapidly increasing rates, risking the baby's life.

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