NSW STI Programs Unit, August 2017
The STI/HIV Testing Tool for GPs and other primary care clinicians has been updated. The tool shows how to:
• Offer routine STI/HIV testing in different consultations
• Conduct a brief risk assessment (sexual history)
• Conduct routine STI/HIV testing
• Conduct contact tracing
• Access available resources and additional support
Based on the Australian STI Management Guidelines, the tool has been developed by GPs with an interest in sexual health, sexual health and public health specialists. The tool is approved by peak bodies including the Royal Australian College of General Practice and the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine.