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Educated, Screen, and Test High-Risk Populations for Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)
Benefits to the Students and the Community
This project addresses an overlooked proportion of the population and could potentially assist in reducing the rates of Chlamydia and Gonorrhea in Douglas County.
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Increase awareness of safe sexual practices and sexual health
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Work with interprofessional team to address an urgent public health problem
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Experience direct patient contact with an underserved population early in career
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Educate and treat to prevent further spread of STIs
Douglas County Jail Location
The Spread of STDs
The portion of our community that
is incarcerated is generally at a
higher risk for the transmission of
STIs compared to the rest of the
community.
For more information on Douglas County statistics
Our Affiliations
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