A Seek, Test, and Treat Intervention to Reduce Chlamydia Trachomatis Disparities in Black Youth Living in the Deep South
Tulane University
Summary
This study includes testing for four STIs (chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, and HIV) at no cost. If positive, individual subjects will also be counseled and offered options for treatment for themselves and their sex partners that may include no cost expedited treatment and the option to be rescreened 3 months after treatment.
Eligibility
- Age range
- 15–26 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Yes
Inclusion Criteria: * Identifies as African American or Black * 15-26 years of age * Lives or spends most of their time in Orleans Parish * Had vaginal sex at least once Exclusion Criteria: * Unwilling or unable to provide informed consent * Unable to speak or understand English * Previously enrolled in the study * Known to be pregnant * Known HIV positive status
Interventions
- OtherChlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, and HIV screening
Individuals aged 15-26 years old will be tested for chlamydia, gonorrhea, HIV, and syphilis at community based venues. Individuals who test positive for chlamydia and gonorrhea and their sexual partners will be offered expedited treatment at participating pharmacies. Individuals who test positive will be asked to be rescreened for Ct/GC at 3 months post treatment.
Location
- Tulane University Celia Scott Weatherhead School of Public Health and Tropical MedicineNew Orleans, Louisiana