Table 1 NCSP core requirements and quality criteria for website assessment
From: Internet testing for Chlamydia trachomatisin England, 2006 to 2010
NCSP core requirement[16] | Linked quality indicator | Clinical/service implications |
|---|---|---|
Individuals with symptoms should be referred via local care pathways to competent services. | Is specific information provided on the website about where to go if you are symptomatic? | Those who have symptoms may require urgent clinical care and should be signposted appropriately. |
Chlamydia screening is an opportunity for sexual health promotion | Is specific information on the website about | Relevant sexual health promotion advice may reduce risks of chlamydia or other STI. |
a) condom use | ||
b) contraception | ||
c) how to access other STI tests? | ||
Sexually active individuals aged under 16 can be offered screening if Fraser competent. | Does the site allow you to request a test if aged under 16? | UK guidelines on access to sexual health services for young people specify that the young person’s competence to consent to the service should be assessed by a trained health professional [18]. |