Syphilis According to the CDC “the very first syphilis outbreak happened in Naples, Italy in 1994-1995” (Syphilis’ Early History). Syphilis was called “The French Disease” during the French invasion carried by troops. There are two hypothesis on how syphilis came to be. One was that Christopher Columbus brought it to Europe when he returned from the United States. The other reason is because syphilis could have been in Italy already but has not been noticed. STD’s has been around since the 1400’s. Syphilis is transmitted through vaginal, anal, or oral sex. After having sexual intercourse it can take weeks and even up to years before the victim starts getting symptoms. Early symptoms for both men and women are skin rashes, vaginal discharge,
