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NCUIH Urges HHS to Collaborate with Urban Indian Organizations and Tribes on Syphilis and Congenital Syphilis Education, Stigma Reduction, and Data Sharing

National Council on Urban Indian Health

On September 4, 2024, the National Council of Urban Indian Health (NCUIH) submitted written comments to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Assistant Secretary for Health, Admiral Rachel L. Congenital syphilis rates have also risen. of reported P&S syphilis cases. despite being 0.7%

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Advancing Sexual Health Programs at Urban Indian Organizations: Best Practices, Challenges, and Solutions

National Council on Urban Indian Health

This blog post explores best practices for improving STI programming, the challenges Urban Indian Organizations (UIOs) encounter, and effective strategies to enhance sexual health outcomes. UIOs serve as essential providers of sexual health services, addressing the unique health care needs of their special population and resources.