Trends in syphilis testing and infections in New York: insights into testing volume, positivity, and demographics

Key Points

• The study aims to analyze trends in syphilis testing and infections to identify disparities in testing and positivity rates.
• Laboratory-based surveillance of syphilis testing and infections
• Analysis of testing volume and positivity rates
• Evaluation of demographic and geographic variations in syphilis data
• Stable overall positivity rates for syphilis observed
• Persistent geographic variations in testing and infection rates
• Demographic disparities highlight the need for targeted screening, especially in younger populations and women of reproductive age