Facts about CMV/HSV/Syphilis About 10% of babies with congenital CMV have signs, such as jaundice, rash, microcephaly, or low weight, at birth. Congenital syphilis continues to surge, increasing 203 percent since 2017. Five tips to help prevent CMV: do not share food/utensils/drinks, do not put a pacifier in your mouth, avoid contact with saliva when kissing a child, do not share a toothbrush, wash your hands. National CMV Awareness is in June! Pathogen Detection Kits Our quick, easy, and cost-effective kits are designed to rapidly identify any pathogen (virus, bacteria, fungi) in any environment. LEARN MORE