Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease that is easily cured with the right antibiotic. Until a few years ago, it was very rare in Alaska, but since 2017 there has been a huge uptick in cases in the state. Join Host Dr. Anne Zink and her guest Dr. Liz Ohlsen from the Alaska Department of Health as they discuss all things syphilis.
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Alaska's high rates of syphilis | Line One
HOST: Dr. Anne Zink
GUESTS:
- Dr. Liz Ohlsen - Section of epidemiology at the Alaska Department of Health
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