Facts about CMV/HSV/Syphilis Congenital syphilis continues to surge, increasing 203 percent since 2017. CMV is a member of the herpesvirus family, which includes herpes simplex virus types 1 and 2, varicella-zoster virus, and Epstein-Barr virus. About 10% of babies with congenital CMV have signs, such as jaundice, rash, microcephaly, or low weight, at birth. 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. 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