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News Briefs Syphilis on Rise in New MexicoJuly 18, 2002 Syphilis is up in at least three New Mexico counties, according to a health alert issued jointly by the state Health Department, the Navajo Nation Social Hygiene Department and the Indian Health Service. Authorities have reported 16 cases in Bernalillo County (compared to 11 for all of 2001); seven cases in San Juan County (compared to four in 2001); and four in McKinley County (compared to two in 2001). Health officials said the increases are significant and of very serious concern. Associated Press 07.17.02  This article was provided by U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It is a part of the publication CDC HIV/Hepatitis/STD/TB Prevention News Update. |
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