S.2004

Maternal and Infant Syphilis Prevention Act requires HHS to issue guidance on best practices for congenital syphilis screening and treatment.

The Maternal and Infant Syphilis Prevention Act requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to issue guidance on best practices for screening and treatment of congenital syphilis under Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program. The bill highlights the rising incidence of syphilis and congenital syphilis, emphasizing the importance of timely testing and treatment during pregnancy to prevent adverse health outcomes for mothers and infants.