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Innovations in sexually transmitted disease partner services
Matthew Hogben1, Linda M Niccolai
1Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Mail Stop E-44, Atlanta, GA 30333, USA. mhogben@cdc.gov
Current Infectious Disease Reports
|February 26, 2009
Summary
Innovative strategies are needed to combat rising sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Expedited partner therapy and online tools offer promising new avenues for STD prevention and control.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Rising incidence of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) necessitates novel control and prevention strategies.
- Traditional partner notification methods require enhancement to address current public health challenges.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review innovative methods for STD control and prevention.
- To highlight the potential of expedited partner therapy and digital tools in STD management.
Main Methods:
- Review of interviewing techniques and geographic implementation strategies.
- Exploration of enhanced counseling for patient referral and social network innovations.
- Discussion of expedited partner therapy (EPT) and internet-based partner finding.
Main Results:
- Expedited partner therapy (EPT) shows effectiveness, though legality varies by state.
- Internet-based partner finding reflects modern social trends and can be integrated with treatment.
- New recommendations integrate HIV and STD partner services.
Conclusions:
- Innovative approaches like EPT and digital strategies are crucial for combating rising STD rates.
- Public health officials should consider the feasibility and implementation of these novel interventions.
- Integrated HIV and STD partner services represent a forward-thinking approach to sexual health.
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