Syphilis rates dropped dramatically in the latter half of the 20th century, but have risen in many populations in the 21st century.

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Syphilis rates did decline significantly in the latter half of the 20th century due to improved screening, antibiotics, and public health campaigns. However, the 21st century has seen a resurgence in many populations, attributed to factors such as reduced fear of HIV due to effective treatments, leading to less condom use, and the rise of dating apps facilitating more sexual encounters.

Syphilis Rates Dropped Dramatically in the Latter Half of the 20th