Syphilis is on the Rise – What GPs Can do to Turn it Around

Expert/s: Prof Jason Ong
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In this Healthed lecture, Professor Jason Ong discusses what is needed to address syphilis and the apparent gaps in diagnosis and treatment, and raise awareness of the wider population who is at risk of this disease. He outlines the stages and complications of syphilis and suggest strategies to improve detection and promote prevention in the general practice setting.

Last Updated: 15 Apr, 2026

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