The Sullivan County Regional Health Department Is Reporting A Rise In Syphilis Cases And Urging Residents To Get Tested For Sexually Transmitted Infections. The Health Department Said Multiple Cases Have Been Observed In The Community. Syphilis Is A Serious STI That Can Cause Long-Term Health Problems If Untreated But Is Preventable, Treatable And Curable. Because Symptoms Can Be Mild Or Go Unnoticed, Regular Testing Is Key Especially For Those Sexually Active With New Or Multiple Partners. Free Confidential Testing Is Available At The Sullivan County Health Department.