Chlamydia Screening
Why get tested?
How does the test work?
What happens if I have Chlamydia?
What Does The Test Involve





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Chlamydia Screening

Chlamydia Screening Programme is for people aged between 15-24 years of age in Sefton.

 Chlamydia is…
  • The most common sexually transmitted infection in the UK
  • When tested, 1 in 14 people aged between 15-24 were found to have chlamydia.
  • Just because you don’t have any symptoms does not mean you don’t have it.
  • It may only take one episode of unprotected intercourse withan infected person to catch Chlamydia. A simple test can confirm if you have Chlamydia and it can be easily treated with antibiotics.
For more information on chlamydia screening, how to get tested or for information on other sexual health services in Sefton click on http://www.isis.sefton.nhs.uk/