Syphilis is a common sexually transmitted disease (STD) spread through vaginal, anal, and oral sex. This highly contagious disease develops in stages that carry a wide array of symptoms. If left untreated, syphilis can cause damage throughout the body and induce a number of different complications. If you are pregnant, syphilis may spread and affect the baby. In fact, the number of babies born with this disease is alarmingly high. Read on to learn more. Babies born with syphilis – how common is this problemTable of Contents1 Babies born with syphilis – how common is this problem2 Problem is preventable3 … Continue reading CDC Report: Number of Babies Born with Syphilis Reaches 20-Year High