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All laboratory confirmed syphilis cases diagnosed through a vertical\nprogram in the Ministry of Health, between 1\/1\/2009 and 31\/12\/2012, were identified. All relevant data were collected including address which was geocoded and mapped using ArcGIS 10.0 (Esri). Both spatial techniques and standardized incidence ratios were\nused to determine hot spots. <jats:italic>Results<\/jats:italic>. The annual cumulative incidence rate for syphilis remains high varying from\n39 per 100\u2009000 population in 2009 to 29 per 100\u2009000 in 2012. We identified 3 \u201chot spots,\u201d in urban areas of Trinidad. Young men and particularly young women in childbearing age 15\u201335 living in urban high density populations were commonly infected groups. <jats:italic>Conclusion<\/jats:italic>. The incidence of syphilis continues to be very high in Trinidad. 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