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Area of Science:

  • Sexual health
  • Genitourinary medicine
  • Public health screening

Background:

  • The role of health advisers in genitourinary medicine is evolving.
  • A chlamydia pilot study highlighted the need for efficient partner notification.
  • National sexual health strategies emphasize service integration.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To inform healthcare professionals about the expanding role of health advisers in genitourinary medicine.
  • To explore the potential role of community health advisers in national chlamydia screening.
  • To audit the time and workload associated with partner notification in a chlamydia pilot.

Main Methods:

  • Prospective audit over two months.
  • Data collected by health advisers in genitourinary medicine.
  • Analysis of time and resources for partner notification.

Main Results:

  • 164 individuals (80 cases, 84 partners) treated for chlamydia.
  • Partner notification required 25 letters and 8 phone calls.
  • Demonstrated workload associated with partner notification.

Conclusions:

  • Health advisers are crucial for integrated sexual health services.
  • The role of community health advisers may develop with national screening.
  • Efficient partner notification is key to managing chlamydia outbreaks.

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