July 31, 2025
Physicians who see patients with syphilis should note that there is a voluntary recall of specific lots of Bicillin® L-A (Penicillin G Benzathine Injectable Suspension) by King Pharmaceuticals LLC., a subsidiary of Pfizer.
The recalled lots can be found at Pfizer: Bicillin Recall Letter. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is not aware of any adverse events associated with this issue, and there is no indication at this time of reduced efficacy or need for retreatment.
Considering this recall and high levels of syphilis diagnoses in the United States (as detailed in the National Overview of STIs in 2023), CDC anticipates a limited supply of Bicillin L-A moving forward. Penicillin is the only recommended treatment for pregnant patients and babies with congenital syphilis. Given this information, the CDC recommends prioritizing Bicillin L-A for treating patients who are pregnant and for infants with congenital syphilis.
More information and full recommendations can be found on a resource created by the Minnestoa Department of Health - Bicillin L-A® Recall and Anticipated Shortage.
September 11, 2025
A special election to fill the seat left open following the assassination of Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman is scheduled for September 16. The election for House District 34B includes Brooklyn Park and parts of Coon Rapids.
September 11, 2025
The MMA and five other physician advocacy organizations sent a letter to Gov. Tim Walz, on September 5 urging him to call a special legislative session to “pass legislation to address the devastating death and injuries from firearms and gun violence.”
September 11, 2025
On September 8, Gov. Tim Walz issued an executive order (EO) directing the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) to expand its efforts to safeguard vaccine access in Minnesota, in response to federal actions restricting vaccine availability.