Missouri has seen its first decline in congenital syphilis and syphilis cases in over a decade, a promising sign reflected in 2023 data and provisional 2024–2025 trends. In partnership with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, the Missouri Public Health Institute has launched a Syphilis Advisory Group and Congenital Syphilis Review Board to bring together healthcare and public health leaders across the state.
This webinar will explore Missouri’s Syphilis Elimination Strategic Plan and provide practical guidance for rural healthcare and public health professionals. Participants will learn about statewide efforts to expand testing and treatment access, strengthen provider capacity, and enhance public health response systems.
Learning Objectives:
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Discuss current syphilis trends in Missouri.
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Understand how you and your organization can contribute to Missouri’s Syphilis Elimination Strategic Plan.
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Compare your organization’s current prenatal syphilis testing strategies with the updated Missouri testing requirements.
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Identify resources for provider education and consultation surrounding syphilis care.
Target Audience:
Rural healthcare and public health professionals involved in family medicine, internal medicine, infectious disease, OB/GYN, and related specialties.
MRHA Webinar: Eliminating Syphilis and Congenital Syphilis in Rural Missouri
Thursday, March 26th at 12:00 PM
Zoom
Hosted by the Missouri Rural Health Association and presented by the Missouri Public Health Institute, this session is part of the Missouri Rural Health Association's Lunch and Learn Webinar Series and is FREE OF CHARGE and open to the public.