scholarly journals Gonorrhea testing, morbidity, and reporting using an integrated sexually transmitted disease registry in Indiana: 2004–2016

2020 ◽  
pp. 095646242095371
Author(s):  
Opeyemi C Ojo ◽  
Janet N Arno ◽  
Guoyu Tao ◽  
Chirag G Patel ◽  
Zuoyi Zhang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sexually Transmitted Disease ◽  
Case Reports ◽  
Transmitted Disease ◽  
Population Level ◽  
The United States ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
Level Data ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Number Of Individuals

Surveillance of gonorrhea (GC), the second most common notifiable disease in the United States, depends on case reports. Population-level data that contain the number of individuals tested in addition to morbidity are lacking. We performed a cross-sectional analysis of data obtained from individuals tested for GC recorded in a sexually transmitted disease (STD) registry in the state of Indiana. Descriptive statistics were performed, and a Poisson generalized linear model was used to evaluate the number of individuals tested for GC and the positivity rate. GC cases from a subset of the registry were compared to CDC counts to determine the completeness of the registry. A total of 1,870,811 GC tests were linked to 627,870 unique individuals. Individuals tested for GC increased from 54,334 in 2004 to 269,701 in 2016; likewise, GC cases increased from 2,039 to 5,997. However, positivity rate decreased from 3.75% in 2004 to 2.22% in 2016. The difference in the number of GC cases captured by the registry and those reported to the CDC was not statistically significant (P = 0.0665). Population-level data from an STD registry combining electronic medical records and public health case data may inform STD control efforts. In Indiana, increased testing rates appeared to correlate with increased GC morbidity.

Experiences of living with a sexually transmitted disease: A cross-sectional descriptive survey

2018 ◽  
Vol 39 (2) ◽  
pp. 107-116
Author(s):  
Toni Haapa ◽  
Tarja Suominen ◽  
Anna-Maija Koivisto ◽  
Jari Kylmä
Keyword(s):  
Everyday Life ◽  
Statistical Methods ◽  
Sexually Transmitted Disease ◽  
Transmitted Disease ◽  
Previous Literature ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
Responsible Attitude ◽  
Descriptive Survey

Some dimensions such as stigmatization have been identified in the previous literature regarding experiences of living with a sexually transmitted disease (STD). However, relatively little is known about the generic experiences of those infected. The aim of this study was to describe the experiences of living with an STD, as evaluated by those infected. Data ( n = 213) were collected via an online questionnaire and analysed using statistical methods. The experiences of living with an STD varied overall. The immutability of everyday life, a thirst for knowledge, a responsible attitude towards treatment of an STD and the dilemma of disclosing the STD were considered to best describe the experiences of living with an STD. The most recently diagnosed STD and its phase were most often statistically significantly associated with the experiences. We conclude that the diversity of these experiences should be recognized in healthcare, and used in the prevention of STDs.

scholarly journals Trends in Receipt of Sexually Transmitted Disease Services Among Women 15 to 44 Years Old in the United States, 2002 to 2006–2010

2014 ◽  
Vol 41 (1) ◽  
pp. 67-73 ◽  
Author(s):  
Laura T. Haderxhanaj ◽  
Thomas L. Gift ◽  
Penny S. Loosier ◽  
Ryan C. Cramer ◽  
Jami S. Leichliter
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Sexually Transmitted Disease ◽  
Transmitted Disease ◽  
The United States ◽  
Sexually Transmitted

scholarly journals Reaching Youth With Sexually Transmitted Disease Testing

2014 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
pp. 116-138 ◽  
Author(s):  
Allison L. Friedman ◽  
Allison Bozniak ◽  
Jessie Ford ◽  
Ashley Hill ◽  
Kristina Olson ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Health ◽  
Sexually Transmitted Disease ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Local Level ◽  
Transmitted Disease ◽  
The United States ◽  
Chlamydia Screening ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
Disease Testing

Nine programs were funded across eight states in the United States to customize, implement, and evaluate local campaigns in support of the national Get Yourself Tested ( GYT) campaign. Each program promoted chlamydia screening and treatment/referral to sexually active young women (aged 15–25 years) and their partners through accessible, free, or low-cost services. This article documents the strategies and outcomes of these local GYT campaigns, highlighting the diversity in which a national sexual health campaign is implemented at the local level and identifying challenges and successes. Nearly all ( n = 7) programs involved target audience members in campaign development/implementation. Youth were linked to free or low-cost sexually transmitted disease testing through community centers, high schools and colleges, community and clinic events; online or text-based ordering of test kits; and community pickup locations. Sites used a combination of traditional and new media, on-the-ground activities, promotional products, and educational and social events to promote testing. With the exception of one site, all sites reported increases in the number of persons tested for chlamydia during campaign implementation, compared to baseline. Increases ranged from 0.5% to 128%. Successes included development of local partnerships, infrastructure, and capacity; use of peer leaders and involvement; and opportunities to explore new innovations. Challenges included use of social media/new technologies, timing constraints, limited organizational and evaluation capacity, and unforeseen delays/setbacks. Each of these issues is explored, along with lessons learned, with intent to inform future sexual health promotion efforts.

scholarly journals Sexual Health Variables and the Human Papillomavirus Vaccine

2009 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 129-138
Author(s):  
Victoria Barry ◽  
Shannon B. Myers ◽  
Amy E. Sgrenci ◽  
Megan Lavery ◽  
Deirdra Frum ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Human Papillomavirus ◽  
Pap Smear ◽  
Hpv Vaccination ◽  
Transmitted Disease ◽  
The United States ◽  
Human Papillomavirus Vaccine ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
Status Seeking

Recent strides have been made in developing vaccines to prevent contraction of the Human Papillomavirus (HPV), which is currently the most prevalent sexually transmitted disease in the United States. This study looked to investigate seven sexually relevant variables hypothesized to be related to a young woman's choice to receive the Gardasil® vaccine in order to prevent HPV contraction via a cross sectional survey. In a sample of 77 undergraduate women, we investigated the relationship between receipt of Gardasil® and the following variables: knowledge regarding HPV, relationship status, seeking gynecological services, having received an abnormal PAP smear, sexual activity status, number of sexual partners, and concern about contracting HPV. Logistical regression analysis and independent groups t-test revealed that none of these factors were related to actual receipt of the HPV vaccine in this sample. These results suggest the need for more research regarding potential practical barriers to HPV vaccination.

scholarly journals Self-Reported Sexually Transmitted Disease–Related Health Services Among Men Who Have Sex With Men in the United States, 2011 to 2017

2020 ◽  
Vol 47 (3) ◽  
pp. 207-210
Author(s):  
Laura T. Haderxhanaj ◽  
Jami S. Leichliter ◽  
Patricia J. Dittus ◽  
Ian H. Spicknall ◽  
Sevgi O. Aral
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Health Services ◽  
Sexually Transmitted Disease ◽  
Transmitted Disease ◽  
The United States ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
Sex With Men
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