Ohio sees increase in syphilis cases

Syphilis in Hamilton County is a growing problem that could get out of control.

Dr. Larry Holditch is the Medical Director of the Cincinnati Health Department and says there are two reasons for the outbreak.

"Providers aren't thinking about syphilis. People are going to the doctor with rashes and some of the symptoms of syphilis and aren't getting diagnosed. If you're not diagnosed than you can spread it to others," Holditch said.