Should Australia introduce a National chlamydia testing program? [ 2013 - ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Jane Hocking (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr James Ward ,  Dr Dyani Lewis ,  Prof Basil Donovan ,  Prof Christopher Fairley
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Brief description Chlamydia is a very common sexually transmissible infection that can lead to infertility in women. About 4% of young adults have it, yet most are unaware they have it. Chlamydia is easy to diagnose and treat, but it is not known whether annual testing can reduce its spread. Over1 million tests are conducted each year in general practice, costing the government $30 million. This evaluation of a well-established trial of chlamydia testing in young adults will resolve the debate of whether annual testing works and is a good use of money.

Funding Amount $492,397.00

Funding Scheme Partnerships

Notes Partnership Project for Better Health