The Use of Technology for Sexually Transmitted Disease Partner Services in the United States: A Structured Review

Kachur, Rachel; Hall, Wendasha Jenkins; Coor, Alexandra; Kinsey, Jennine; Collins, Dayne; Strona, Frank V.

doi:10.1097/olq.0000000000000864

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“…CICT programs should measure and focus on increasing the proportion of individuals reporting contacts to maximize the impact of prospective CICT in decreasing community transmission. Potential approaches to increase trust and participation in CICT include developing locally relevant messaging to encourage participation and offer reassurance about confidentiality, partnering with locally trusted groups such as healthcare organizations to conduct CICT, high-quality training for investigators, offering incentives for participation, increasing use of text messaging, and implementing policies that support individuals with COVID-19 and exposed contacts to stay home from work without experiencing financial hardship or job loss [10][11][12]. Targeted community engagement can also be considered for immigrant and migrant populations [11].…”

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COVID-19 Case Investigation and Contact Tracing in Central Washington State, June–July 2020

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Objective To evaluate participation in COVID-19 case investigation and contact tracing in central Washington State between June 15 and July 12, 2020. Methods In this retrospective observational evaluation we combined SARS-CoV-2 RT-PCR and antigen test reports from the Washington Disease Reporting System with community case investigation and contact tracing data for 3 health districts (comprising 5 counties) in central Washington State. All 3 health districts have large Hispanic communities disproportionately affected by COVID-19. Results Investigators attempted to call all referred individuals with COVID-19 (n = 4,987); 71% were interviewed. Of those asked about close contacts (n = 3,572), 68% reported having no close contacts, with similar proportions across ethnicity, sex, and age group. The 968 individuals with COVID-19 who named specific contacts (27% of those asked) reported a total of 2,293 contacts (mean of 2.4 contacts per individual with COVID-19); 85% of listed contacts participated in an interview. Conclusions Most individuals with COVID-19 reported having no close contacts. Increasing community engagement and public messaging, as well as understanding and addressing barriers to participation, are crucial for CICT to contribute meaningfully to controlling the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic.

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COVID-19 Case Investigation and Contact Tracing in Central Washington State, June–July 2020

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“…Certain health departments now use technology (e.g., email, texting, mobile applications, and social media outlets) to facilitate partner services for locating and notifying the sex partners of persons with STIs, including HIV ( 118 , 119 ). Patients now have the option to use Internet sites to send anonymous email or text messages advising partners of their exposure to an STI ( 120 ); anonymous notification via the Internet is considered better than no notification at all.…”

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Sexually Transmitted Infections Treatment Guidelines, 2021

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These guidelines for the treatment of persons who have or are at risk for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) were updated by CDC after consultation with professionals knowledgeable in the field of STIs who met in Atlanta, Georgia, June 11-14, 2019. The information in this report updates the 2015 guidelines. These guidelines discuss 1) updated recommendations for treatment of Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Chlamydia trachomatis, and Trichomonas vaginalis; 2) addition of metronidazole to the recommended treatment regimen for pelvic inflammatory disease; 3) alternative treatment options for bacterial vaginosis; 4) management of Mycoplasma genitalium; 5) human papillomavirus vaccine recommendations and counseling messages; 6) expanded risk factors for syphilis testing among pregnant women; 7) one-time testing for hepatitis C infection; 8) evaluation of men who have sex with men after sexual assault; and 9) two-step testing for serologic diagnosis of genital herpes simplex virus. Physicians and other health care providers can use these guidelines to assist in prevention and treatment of STIs. BOX 1. The Five P's approach for health care providers obtaining sexual histories: partners, practices, protection from sexually transmitted infections, past history of sexually transmitted infections, and pregnancy intention Additional information about external condoms is available at https://www.cdc.gov/condomeffectiveness. Internal CondomsCondoms for internal vaginal use, also known as female condoms, are available worldwide (e.g., the FC2 Female Condom, Reddy condom, Cupid female condom, and Woman's condom) (31,32). Use of internal condoms can provide protection from acquisition and transmission of STIs, although data are limited. Internal condoms are more costly compared with external condoms; however, they offer the advantage of being controlled by the receptive partner as an STI and HIV prevention method, and the newer versions might be acceptable to all persons. Although the internal condom also has been used during receptive anal intercourse, efficacy associated with this practice remains unknown (33). Additional information about the internal condom is available at http://www.ashasexualhealth. org/pdfs/Male_and_Female_Condoms.pdf. Cervical DiaphragmsIn observational studies, diaphragm use has been demonstrated to protect against cervical gonorrhea, chlamydia, and trichomoniasis (34). However, a trial examining the effect of a diaphragm plus lubricant on HIV acquisition among women in Africa reported no additional protective effect when compared with the use of male condoms alone. Likewise, no difference by study arm in the rate of acquisition of chlamydia, gonorrhea, or herpes occurred (35,36). Diaphragms should not be relied on as the sole source of protection against HIV and other STIs.

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“…The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control has an active partner notification program that delivers an extensive series of services, including treatment and counseling for persons with HIV, syphilis, chlamydia, and gonorrhea 20 . In fact, all US states, through state‐managed health departments or other agencies, provide partner services using specialized disease investigators and a variety of technological methods such as email, texting, mobile phone applications, and social media websites 21 . All services, including notification, are confidential.…”

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Diagnosis and Treatment of Secondary Syphilis in Women

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2021

J Midwife Womens Health

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Secondary syphilis develops approximately 3 to 12 weeks following undetected and untreated primary syphilis. Despite historically low rates of syphilis infection in 2000, the United States is now experiencing an alarming resurgence in primary, secondary, and congenital syphilis. This case report describes an unexpected presentation in a young woman presenting for an initial well‐woman examination. Social and behavioral drivers of syphilis infection, diagnosis, and treatment are presented. Implications for women's health are examined. The need for new and more effective preventive health strategies is reviewed.

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The Use of Technology for Sexually Transmitted Disease Partner Services in the United States: A Structured Review

Cited by 18 publications

References 13 publications

COVID-19 Case Investigation and Contact Tracing in Central Washington State, June–July 2020

COVID-19 Case Investigation and Contact Tracing in Central Washington State, June–July 2020

Sexually Transmitted Infections Treatment Guidelines, 2021

Diagnosis and Treatment of Secondary Syphilis in Women

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