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Syphilis is a serious infection that can harm you and your baby

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Syphilis is a serious infection that can harm you and your baby

If you are pregnant or planning to have a baby, early testing is extra important to make sure you don’t pass syphilis on to your baby.

Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) that is passed on from one person to another during sex. More women aged 15 to 44 years old are getting it. Find out how you can protect yourself and your loved ones.

Organisation:
NSW Government
Target audience:
Women
Service area:
NSW
Published:
March 2025
Last reviewed:
September 2025
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