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Diagnostics Direct Celebrated for Partnership Against Syphilis Crisis

In a noteworthy recognition, the National Coalition of STD Directors (NCSD) has acknowledged Diagnostics Direct for its sustained efforts in combating the escalating syphilis crisis across the United States. This partnership plays a vital role in bolstering state and local responses to sexually transmitted infections (STIs). With a focus on expanding rapid access to syphilis testing, Diagnostics Direct has become an instrumental ally in public health initiatives aimed at eradicating STIs.

A Commitment to Public Health

Diagnostics Direct, based in Stone Harbor, N.J., has actively participated in various initiatives aimed at enhancing public health response strategies. By supporting the STI Engage 2025 program and contributing thousands of its innovative Syphilis Health Check™ tests to community programs, the company’s commitment to public health is well demonstrated. According to Elizabeth Finley, the Interim Executive Director of NCSD, the support from Diagnostics Direct has been pivotal in providing frontline professionals with essential tools and information necessary for protecting their communities.

Yearly Contributions and Achievements

Throughout the past year, Diagnostics Direct has made significant strides to boost accessibility and awareness surrounding syphilis testing:

• - 10,000 Syphilis Health Check tests were donated in June as part of the KFF's Greater Than HIV/STDs initiative on National HIV Testing Day.
• - The company has formed a partnership with the Clinical Training Center for Sexual and Reproductive Health (CTC-SRH) to facilitate rapid syphilis testing at Title X clinics, with plans to expand support to additional facilities.
• - Technical resources such as implementation protocols, quality control logs, and testing forms have been developed based on feedback from community partners.

Thanks in part to these valuable contributions, Diagnostics Direct was deservedly named the 2025 Rapid Syphilis Testing Company of the Year.

The Impact of Syphilis Health Check™

The Syphilis Health Check™ has gained trust among clinical providers, significantly enhancing the treatment capability for syphilis. Providers report transformative experiences in patient care, with many expressing that the availability of rapid test results has enabled prompt treatment. Users have shared testimonials regarding the immediate impact the test brings, facilitating quicker patient engagement and treatment initiation than ever before.

One provider mentioned, “We LOVE Syphilis Health Check Rapid tests! They have helped us increase the number of patients receiving timely treatment.”
Another shared a successful case where a patient who had delayed treatment opted for immediate care once they received their positive rapid test results on-site during a community event.

Essential Partnerships in Public Health

As STI rates continue to increase, particularly with a concerning rise in congenital syphilis cases, the contributions from Diagnostics Direct and similar partnerships become crucial in mitigating the public health crisis.
Tammy Bennett, DNP, the Associate Director of Clinical Training at CTC-SRH, expressed gratitude towards Diagnostics Direct, highlighting their role in pilot initiatives for point-of-care testing. According to Bennett, the initial donation of 1,000 tests per participatingTitle X clinic was vital to the implementation of same-day diagnosis and treatment protocols.

As NCSD continues its fight against STIs, the collaboration with Diagnostics Direct stands as a model for effective partnerships in public health, aiming to end the ongoing STI epidemic.

About the NCSD and Diagnostics Direct

The National Coalition of STD Directors represents public health professionals across the United States, advocating for effective prevention programs and services tailored to combat STIs. Meanwhile, Diagnostics Direct, LLC is dedicated to developing diagnostic tests for STIs, ensuring the provision of high-quality testing solutions to healthcare providers and patients alike.

For more information on the Syphilis Health Check™ and the ongoing efforts in the battle against STIs, visit Diagnostics Direct’s website.