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Reports Drop in Syphilis and STI Cases in 2026 Health Update

Health officials in New Mexico reported a decline in sexually transmitted infections, including syphilis, based on data released during STI Awareness Week by the New Mexico Department of Health. The department recorded an 18.6% drop in syphilis cases. It also recorded a 32.4% drop in congenital syphilis cases between 2024 and 2025. Officials linked this […]

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Victoria Padilla
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Health officials in New Mexico reported a decline in sexually transmitted infections, including syphilis, based on data released during STI Awareness Week by the New Mexico Department of Health.

The department recorded an 18.6% drop in syphilis cases. It also recorded a 32.4% drop in congenital syphilis cases between 2024 and 2025. Officials linked this improvement to stronger prevention programs, better testing, and increased public awareness.

The report came out in April 2026 during STI Awareness Week.

The findings focus on infection trends in New Mexico, United States.

Health officials continue to encourage residents to get tested, practice safe sex, and seek early treatment to help prevent the spread of infections.

The New Mexico Department of Health highlighted these results as a sign of progress in ongoing public health efforts.

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Victoria Padilla
Victoria Padilla
Victoria Padilla is a proud New Mexican and first-generation college graduate. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nutrition from The University of New Mexico in 2014. Her career began in Albuquerque’s nonprofit sector, focusing on food justice and community advocacy. This passion for equity led her to work with youth at NM Tech’s Upward Bound program before transitioning to financial aid at UNM. In this field, she discovered her true calling—helping students access financial resources to pursue higher education. Now serving as an Outreach Executive for the New Mexico Educational Assistance Foundation (NMEAF), Victoria is dedicated to expanding financial aid awareness and accessibility for students and families across New Mexico. Contact me at [email protected].

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