JUNE 26, 2024 by Ohio State University Medical Center Nurse practitioner Stacey Biffle-Quimba conducts an STI consultation at Columbus Public Health. As cases of STIs such as syphilis become an increasing health threat, talking to your doctor, getting tested and undergoing any necessary treatment is as important as ever. Credit: Ohio State University Wexner Medical...
The study included nearly 1,350 patients receiving care for HIV at nine different US clinics. The steps include: Audio computer-assisted self-interview (ACASI) sexual histories at every routine clinic visit. Patient self-collection of genital, throat, and rectal specimens for gonorrhea and chlamydia. Clinical staff training (four virtual sessions for all team members). A dozen sexual and...
