Most people with Chlamydia have no symptoms, but it could have long-term consequences for your health. To keep yourself safe you should do a test everytime you have a new sexual partner.
The test is easy to use and you can do it yourself at home. Just pee into a pot if you are male or take a vaginal swab if you are female. Then either pop it in the post, using the pre-paid envelope, or, hand it back to the testing venue. The sample will be processed and you will receive your results in ten working days.
You will be called by a nurse who will arrange for you to get treatment. Treatment is a one-off dose of antibiotics and is normally free.
Chlamydia is the most common bacterial sexually transmitted infection
Sexually active young people aged 15-24 are at highest risk
Chlamydia often has no symptoms and can have serious health consequences such as;
There has been a national screening programme in England since 2003.
Programme aims;
Tests are available at a range of community services such as: