Could routine HIV testing make emergency care a stronger public-health opportunity? This 2017 discussion examines the rationale behind NICE’s 2016 guidance, including local prevalence, consent and follow-up. It considers how ED screening might reach people who do not attend sexual-health services and reduce barriers to diagnosis.
HIV screening in the ED. When, who and why. St.Emlyn’s Read More
An accessible 2017 introduction to HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis explains why PrEP matters to emergency clinicians and patients. It discusses the evidence available then, sexual-health follow-up and the limits of protection, with access and prescribing details reflecting that period.
Are you PrEP-d for your Saturday night? St.Emlyn’s Read More
A 2015 introduction to chemsex for emergency clinicians, exploring drug use in sexual settings, patients’ reasons for attending and the importance of sensitive assessment. The article emphasises non-judgemental conversations, confidentiality, specialist advice and appropriate follow-up, including opportunities to disclose non-consensual experiences.
All you need to know about CHEMSEX but never dared to ask… St.Emlyn’s Read More
Taking a sexual history in the emergency department requires privacy, sensitive language and a willingness to question assumptions. Janos Baombe explores communication, confidentiality, relevant medical and social history, specialist support and follow-up, with particular attention to patients who may have experienced sexual assault.
Taking a sexual history in ED Read More
Could time spent in an emergency department offer an opportunity for sexually transmitted infection screening? This 2014 appraisal examines a trial of brief counselling and testing in young women, questioning its sample size, generalisability and whether measuring immediate uptake captures the wider value of screening.
Sexually Transmitted Infection Screening in the ED Read More
How should an emergency clinician assess a request for HIV post-exposure prophylaxis after sexual exposure? This 2012 discussion explores the guidance available at the time, individual exposure risk, adherence and timely specialist support, emphasising a systematic and sensitive consultation.
Post Exposure Prophylaxis Read More
