Which group is not mentioned for syphilis screening by the USPSTF?

The correct answer stems from the current guidelines set forth by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) regarding syphilis screening. While the recommendations from the USPSTF explicitly highlight the need for screening in certain populations, including pregnant women who are at high risk for syphilis and nonpregnant individuals who are considered to be at increased risk, adolescents are not specifically singled out as a distinct group for routine syphilis screening in the same way.

Typically, the USPSTF guidelines focus on populations that have a higher prevalence or risk factors associated with syphilis, and while adolescents may be at risk, the recommendations prioritize screening more for groups with clearly defined risk factors or circumstances, such as pregnant individuals or persons with previous histories of sexually transmitted infections. Therefore, while adolescents may be included in broader discussions of sexual health, they are not specifically outlined as a target group for syphilis screening in the same formalized manner as the groups that are mentioned.