True or False: Syphilis is transmitted sexually.

Syphilis is indeed transmitted sexually, making the assertion true. Syphilis is caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum, which is primarily spread through direct contact with a syphilis sore during sexual intercourse. This includes vaginal, anal, and oral sex. The sores may not always be visible, which can make it easier for the infection to be unknowingly transmitted.

While syphilis can also be spread through blood, such routes are less common compared to sexual contact. The disease is not limited to transmission through blood or direct contact alone; therefore, the focus on sexual transmission is crucial in understanding how syphilis is spread. Recognizing these modes of transmission is vital for effective prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of syphilis as part of sexual health education.