This section contains extensive resources for professionals involved in the design and delivery of STD prevention services. It includes information for professionals operating in both the public and private sector.
CDC Program Operations Guidelines
Evidence-based Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
guidelines for STD prevention program operations
are based on the essential functions detailed in
the Comprehensive STD Prevention Systems (CSPS) program
announcement. The purpose of these guidelines
is to further STD Prevention by providing a resource
to assist in the design, implementation, and evaluation
of STD prevention and control programs.
http://www.cdc.gov/std/program/
Revised Protocols
The following are the revised protocols for Region VIII.
Education and Counseling Protocols
Laboratory Testing and Quality Assurance
Screening and Treatment Protocols
Performance Measure Guidelines
You can download the latest performance
measures from the CDC website:
http://www.cdc.gov/std/program/2010PerformanceMeasuresQuickGuide.pdf
CDC STD Treatment Guidelines
You can download the STD treatment guidelines (as well as other resources) from the CDC website:
http://www.cdc.gov/std/treatment/
