The Midwest AIDS Training and Education Center (MATEC) is hosting an upcoming webinar on syphilis, congenital syphilis, and HIV in Minnesota. Dr. Nick Lehnertz, MD, MPH, MSH (MDH Medical Epidemiologist) will present.

Learning Objectives:

• Provide an overview of syphilis, including what it is, Minnesota state reporting rules, CDC surveillance definitions, clinical stages, and disease transmission.
• Describe the epidemiology of syphilis and congenital syphilis in Minnesota, including co-infection with HIV.
• Review current syphilis and congenital syphilis testing and treatment recommendations, and HIV screening recommendations.
• Provide recommendations regarding the Bicillin L-A® shortage, and other resources for health care professionals.

Who should attend?
This webinar is intended for health care professionals, allied health professionals, public health professionals, and anyone strategically placed to influence the HIV and syphilis syndemic.

Date & Time: November 4, 2026, from 12:00 – 1:00 pm CDT

Location: Virtual