Chlamydia and gonorrhea rescreening: patient portal reminders
By Megan N. Spiekermeier, DNP, WHNP-BC and Debra L. Ilchak, DNP, RN, FNP-BC, CNE Chlamydia and gonorrhea, the most commonly reported…
sexually transmitted infections
Highlights of Updated Recommendations in the 2021 CDC Sexually Transmitted Infections Treatment Guidelines
The 2021 guidelines include updated recommendations for treatment of Chlamydia trachomatis, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Trichomonas vaginalis, pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) and Mycoplasma genitalium, and alternative treatment options for bacterial vaginosis (BV).
Implementation of patient-delivered expedited partner therapy for Chlamydia trachomatis in an urban youth clinic
Chlamydia trachomatis (CT) is among the most prevalent of all infectious diseases in the United States, with over 1.7 million…
Making the diagnosis: Vaginal infections
Most women experience at least one vaginal infection characterized by vaginal discharge, itching, and/or odor during their lives. In women who…
Risky dating behavior among women aged 50+: A growing public health concern
Risky dating behavior, often leading to risky sexual behavior, is a growing public health concern because it contributes to the…