Scientists at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine Release New Data on Sexual Health.

Investigators publish new data in the report "Use of the internet and self-collected samples as a sexually transmissible infection intervention in rural Illinois communities." According to recent research from Springfield, United States, "In the USA, reported cases of chlamydia (Chlamydia trachomatis) continue to rise despite substantial funding for screening. National gonorrhoea (Neisseria gonorrhoeae) rates have remained relatively stable, with clusters associated with metropolitan areas."

"Rural areas are no exception, as every county in Illinois reported cases of chlamydia in 2007. Morbidity associated with infection remains a public health concern, with costs of $US2.5+ billion annually," wrote W.D. Jenkins and colleagues, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine (see also Sexual Health).

The researchers concluded: "Novel screening interventions must be examined for their ability to reach those at risk who are missed by traditional methods."

Jenkins and colleagues published their study in Sexual Health (Use of the internet and self-collected samples as a sexually transmissible infection intervention in rural Illinois communities. Sexual Health, 2011;8(1):79-85).

For additional information, contact W.D. Jenkins, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, Dept. of Family and Community Medicine, Springfield, IL 62791-9671, United States.

Keywords: City:Springfield, State:Illinois, Country:United States, Region:North and Central America, Sexual Health.

This article was prepared by Science Letter editors from staff and other reports. Copyright 2011, Science Letter via NewsRx.com.