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Mpox
Mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, is a rare disease caused by an Orthopoxvirus. Persons with mpox typically report having close, sustained physical contact with other people who have mpox.
Granuloma Inguinale
Granuloma inguinale is a chronic bacterial infection of the genital region, generally regarded to be an STD.
Syphilis - Congenital
Syphilis in pregnant women can cause miscarriage, stillbirth and infant death. Babies who survive can have irreversible defects.
Yersiniosis
Yersiniosis is a bacterial disease that generally affects the intestinal tract. It is a relatively uncommon disease and usually occurs as a single, isolated event. Occasional outbreaks have been reported due to a common exposure.
Lymphogranuloma Venereum
LGV is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) or infection involving the lymph glands in the genital area, caused by a specific strain of chlamydia.
Malaria
Malaria is a mosquito-borne disease transmitted to people by the Anopheles mosquito. Malaria is a leading cause of debilitating illness.
Chancroid
Chancroid is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by a bacterium. It is common in tropical countries but rare in other parts of the world.
Chlamydia
Chlamydia is a common sexually transmitted disease (STD) that is spread almost exclusively through sexual contact.
Venereal Warts
Venereal warts are a fairly common sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by a specific virus that affects the skin or mucus membranes.
Amebiasis
Amebiasis is an intestinal illness caused by a microscopic ameba parasite, and anyone can contract amebiasis.