CDPH responds to syphilis outbreak in Roseland community Ryan Voyles 3 years ago The Chicago Department of Public Health said Wednesday afternoon it is alerting providers in the Roseland neighborhood about an outbreak of syphilis among older heterosexual men.To access this content, you must purchase 1 Year Health News Illinois Subscription or 1 Year Group Subscription - Up to 5 Users, or log in if you are a member.