Sexually transmitted and reproductive tract infections
PUBLICATIONS
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Global incidence and prevalence of selected curable sexually transmitted infections – 2008
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The importance of a renewed commitment to STI prevention and control
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Investment case for eliminating mother-to-child transmission of syphilis
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Strategies and laboratory methods for strengthening surveillance of sexually transmitted infection 2012
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Global action plan to control the spread and impact of antimicrobial resistance in Neisseria gonorrhoeae
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Cryosurgical equipment for the treatment of precancerous cervical lesions & prevention of cervical cancer
Latest publications
2013
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Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)
The importance of a renewed commitment to STI prevention and control in achieving global sexual and reproductive health
2012
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Prevention and treatment of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections for sex workers in low- and middle-income countries
Recommendations for a public health approach -
WHO/UNFPA female condom generic specification
Prequalification and guidelines for procurement, 2012 - Strategies and laboratory methods for strengthening surveillance of sexually transmitted infection 2012
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Investment case for eliminating mother-to-child transmission of syphilis
Promoting better maternal and child health and stronger health systems -
Prevention of cervical cancer through screening using visual inspection with acetic acid (VIA) and treatment with cryotherapy
A demonstration project in six African countries: Malawi, Madagascar, Nigeria, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, and Zambia - Global incidence and prevalence of selected curable sexually transmitted infections – 2008
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Priority life-saving medicines for women and children 2012
Improving health and saving lives by ensuring access to priority medicines - Male involvement in the prevention of mother-to-child transmission of HIV
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Programmatic and research considerations for hormonal contraception for women at risk of HIV and women living with HIV
Policy Implications - Global action plan to control the spread and impact of antimicrobial resistance in Neisseria gonorrhoeae
- Scientific and technical requirements to formulate a female condom generic specific specification and prequalification scheme
In developing countries, STIs and their complications rank in the top five disease categories for which adults seek health care. Infection with STIs can lead to acute symptoms, chronic infection and serious delayed consequences such as infertility, ectopic pregnancy, cervical cancer and the untimely death of infants and adults.