Facts about CMV/HSV/Syphilis About 15% of babies with congenital CMV will not have signs at birth but will later develop hearing loss. HSV and syphilis cost the healthcare system almost $300 million dollars annually. About 10% of babies with congenital CMV have signs, such as jaundice, rash, microcephaly, or low weight, at birth. 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