
Syphilis Strains in the U.S. Showing Widespread Antibiotic Resistance
16 August, 2024A recent study reveals the troubling rise of antibiotic resistance in syphilis-causing bacteria, notably *Treponema pallidum*. This discovery points to the ineffectiveness of azithromycin, previously an alternative treatment, emphasizing the urgent need for new strategies to manage and treat syphilis effectively.