Services Database Chlamydia Screening & Treatment (Northamptonshire Area)
Service ID
28295
Description
This service provides opportunistic screening using a postal kit and treatment to chlamydia positive young people aged 15-24 years and treatment for partners of any age. All young women who attend for emergency hormonal contraception (EHC) should be offered a chlamydia screening test before issuing emergency contraception. Uncomplicated/symptom free chlamydia positive 15-24 year olds and their partners of any age can be treated by a qualified pharmacist. The pharmacist should also raise awareness of the risks associated with unprotected sexual intercourse (UPSI).
Location of service
Bedfordshire, Luton, Milton Keynes and Northamptonshire LPC
Commissioner
Local Authority (LA)
Method of commissioning
Local Authority contract
Source of funding
Local Authority (LA)
Service type
Chlamydia
Other organisations involved
Dates
Start date:
End date:
Status
Ongoing
Training
Not known.
Comments
This service is available in the Northamptonshire area only.
