The Illinois Perinatal HIV Hotline has expanded its services and announces the launch of the Illinois Perinatal Syphilis Warmline. The Warmline aims to reverse the alarming increase in rates of congenital syphilis across the state of Illinois.
Illinois Perinatal Syphilis Warmline
1-800-439-4079
Monday-Friday 8am-4pm (messages returned within 1 business day)
Key services include:
· Clinical consultation for syphilis treatment in pregnancy and the newborn period
· Coordination of public health record searches to obtain prior syphilis testing and treatment information
· Assistance with mandatory case reporting
Please see the attached press release from IDPH for more information about the Warmline and preventing congenital syphilis cases in Illinois.