Trust launches new chlamydia test
CHLAMYDIA testing is now as easy as "one, two, pee" thanks to a campaign launched by Wakefield District Primary Care Trust.
Young people are being urged to take advantage of a free, simple test to see if they have the most common sexually transmitted infection (STI) in people under the age of 25.
The BClear campaign targets that age group and is reminding people testing no longer requires a swab to be taken – it can be done with a simple urine test at locations across the district, including local rugby league games or even at home.
Screening co-ordinator Vivien Thompson said: "Many people know chlamydia can lead to pelvic inflammatory disease in women but don't realise it can cause infertility in men, so it is important to be tested even if you have no symptoms.
"There's no examination, no needles and you can do the test yourself. You just need to pee in a pot we provide, then we send this off for testing. Within a couple of weeks we let you know the results by phone, text or letter.
"It's all free and totally confidential. If you have it, for most people it's just a matter of taking a one-off dose of antibiotics."
The screening team are taking the campaign out across the region, raising awareness with bus advertising and college visits.
They are also offering tests at various screening sites and even local rugby league games. To find out more, or for your nearest screening site or to receive a free screening kit call 01977 665828 or log onto www.bclear.org.uk
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