Syphilis Testing and Prevention Videos
April 14, 2025
Syphilis rates and congenital syphilis are rising, and both public health and health care play a critical role in early detection, treatment, and prevention. Early diagnosis and treatment can prevent transmission of syphilis to the baby and improve health outcomes for all. ASTHO, in collaboration with KFF’s GREATER THAN initiative and CDC’s Division of STD Prevention, provides a call to action to emergency room and urgent care providers on syphilis testing for pregnant patients. Watch the videos now to inform and strengthen your response to syphilis.
Three of the videos below include the CDC/Greater Than/ASTHO logos. The other three videos include the Greater Than/ASTHO logos only. Depending on jurisdiction preference, please use the videos that best fit the needs of your agency.
Prevention and Testing for Congenital Syphilis
In this video, ASTHO, in collaboration with KFF’s GREATER THAN initiative, provides essential information for emergency room, urgent care, and other healthcare providers on testing for and prevention of congenital syphilis. Dr. Leandro Mena, MD, MPH, an infectious disease specialist with extensive expertise in the prevention and clinical management of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and HIV, is the featured speaker. He previously served as the Director of the Division of STD Prevention at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Prevention and Testing of Syphilis during Pregnancy
In this video, ASTHO, in collaboration with KFF’s GREATER THAN initiative, provides a call to action for emergency room, urgent care, and other healthcare providers on testing for and prevention of syphilis. Dr. Charlene Flash, MD, MPH, an infectious disease physician, is the featured speaker. She is the president and CEO of Avenue 360 Health and Wellness and Assistant Professor of Medicine, Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Disease at Baylor College of Medicine.
Prevención y Pruebas de la Sífilis Congénita
En este video, ASTHO, en colaboración con la iniciativa GREATER THAN de KFF, ofrece información esencial para profesionales de la salud en salas de emergencia y atención de urgencias sobre las pruebas y la prevención de la sífilis congénita. El Dr. Leandro Mena, MD, MPH, especialista en enfermedades infecciosas con amplia experiencia en la prevención y el manejo clínico de las enfermedades de transmisión sexual (ETS) y el VIH, es el ponente principal. Anteriormente, se desempeñó como Director de la División de Prevención de ETS en los Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades (CDC).
Prevención y Pruebas de la Sífilis Congénita
En este video, ASTHO, en colaboración con la iniciativa GREATER THAN de KFF, ofrece información esencial para profesionales de la salud en salas de emergencia y atención de urgencias sobre las pruebas y la prevención de la sífilis congénita. El Dr. Leandro Mena, MD, MPH, especialista en enfermedades infecciosas con amplia experiencia en la prevención y el manejo clínico de las enfermedades de transmisión sexual (ETS) y el VIH, es el ponente principal. Anteriormente, se desempeñó como Director de la División de Prevención de ETS en los Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades (CDC).
Prevention and Testing for Congenital Syphilis
In this video, ASTHO, in collaboration with KFF’s GREATER THAN initiative, provides a call to action for emergency room, urgent care, and other healthcare providers on testing for and prevention of syphilis. Dr. Charlene Flash, MD, MPH, an infectious disease physician, is the featured speaker. She is the president and CEO of Avenue 360 Health and Wellness and Assistant Professor of Medicine, Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Disease at Baylor College of Medicine.
Prevention and Testing for Syphilis During Pregnancy
In this video, ASTHO, in collaboration with KFF’s GREATER THAN initiative, provides a call to action for emergency room, urgent care, and other healthcare providers on testing for and prevention of syphilis. Dr. Charlene Flash, MD, MPH, an infectious disease physician, is the featured speaker. She is the president and CEO of Avenue 360 Health and Wellness and Assistant Professor of Medicine, Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Disease at Baylor College of Medicine.
This information is shared for educational purposes and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice. The views expressed are those of the featured medical professional and reflect information available to that professional at the time of filming. Always consult a healthcare provider for any personal health decisions.