BMJ STI Podcast

The Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) podcast offers the latest updates on the transmission, prevention, diagnosis and treatment of STIs and HIV. Each episode features in-depth interviews with renowned authors and leading experts in the field, delving into the latest research.

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March 30, 2026

Congenital Syphilis: No rest for the weary

Do not let a well-looking newborn, a single early antenatal test, or the word historical reassure you here. The teaching is practical: congenital syphilis can present as rash, nasal discharge, prematurity, or sepsis-like illness, and prevention depends on repeat maternal screening and prompt penicillin.

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