Learn how small transformations in federal qualified health center (FQHC) practices can increase the rate of STI screening and treatment and eliminate barriers to care.
Introduction. In Louisiana, the rates of sexually transmitted infections (STI) rank among the top ten. Approach. A sexual activity history was completed utilizing an audio computer-assisted self-interview tool. Results. Over 40% of the recommended STI screenings were extragenital testing. Discussion. A sexual activity history tool provides reliable recommendations for STI testing.
A NJ clinic has implemented multi-site STI screening for the clinic population and for higher risk groups. Gains made in implementation through prior quality initiatives were not sustained. The clinic worked collaboratively with a quality coach to identify how and why rectal swabs are overlooked, particularly when indicated.
Successes and lessons learned will be shared from three metropolitan areas on incorporating STI testing and treatment for prevention clients within an HIV medical home setting, along with how offer
Screening protocols developed to identify more opportunities for testing at multiple sites and in asymptomatic individuals among persons at risk individuals with HIV to prevent and treat STIs.
Technical assistance framework and activities, jurisdictions' experiences, and evaluation findings from the HRSA HAB Enhancing Linkage of STI and HIV Surveillance Data in the RWHAP SPNS initiative.
Update on STI guidelines.
Learning Objectives
After attending this presentation, learners will be able to:
Analysis of the costs of staff time to link HIV and STI surveillance data across four jurisdictions over a two-year period.
This panel will provide an opportunity to learn about the HIV/AIDS Bureau's current system and clinic-level interventions aimed at addressing Sexually Transmitted Infections among people with and a
Results of SPNS evidence-based bacterial STI screening and testing interventions implemented in nine RWHAP-funded clinics in three jurisdictions with higher national incidence rates.