Sexually Transmitted Infection Prevention Strategies: An Overview of Pre- and Post-Exposure Prophylaxis for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, and Syphilis
Sexually Transmitted Infection Prevention Strategies: An Overview of Pre- and Post-Exposure Prophylaxis for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, and Syphilis Heading link
Authors/Reviewer:
Michael Buege, PharmD— Author
Clinical Associate Professor
Department of Pharmacy Practice
University of Illinois College of Pharmacy
Katherine Sarna, PharmD, BCPS
Clinical Assistant Professor
Assistant Director, Drug Information Group
University of Illinois College of Pharmacy
Bernice Man, MD, MS—Reviewer
Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine
University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine
Disclosure (s):
Dr. Buege, Dr. Sarna, Dr. Man, and the reviewers who contributed to this activity have no relevant financial conflicts of interest to disclose.
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Learning Objectives:
At the end of this knowledge-based activity, participating individuals should be able to:
- Review chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis and their epidemiology
- Summarize current guideline recommendations for the prevention of STIs, focusing on chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis.
- Discuss the benefits and potential risks associated with pre- and post-exposure prophylaxis with antimicrobials for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis.
- Recommend appropriate pre- and post-exposure prophylaxis for patients who have been exposed to chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis or are at increased risk of acquiring these STIs.
Activity Information Heading link
| Target Audience: | Physicians, Physician Assistant, Nurse Practitioners | Fee: | Free |
| Release Date: | June 5, 2023 | Expiration Date: | May 8, 2024 |
| Estimated time to complete: | 1.0 hour | CE: | 1.0 contact hour CME (1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit) |
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