Sexually Transmitted Diseases

ASTHO is working to enhance the role for state health agencies in addressing sexually transmitted diseases and to demonstrate the value of infrastructure and funding at the state public health level.

ASTHO and CDC are working together with other public health representatives to raise awareness about STD issues and needs, establish and strengthen relationships, and identify opportunities for collaborative efforts that promote STD prevention and control.

Resources

CDC Division of STD Prevention

The mission of the Division of STD Prevention (DSTDP) at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is to provide national leadership, research, policy development, and scientific information to help people live safer, healthier lives by the prevention of STDs and their complications.

Expedited Partner Therapy (EPT)

Expedited Partner Therapy (EPT) is the clinical practice of treating the sex partners of patients diagnosed with chlamydia or gonorrhea by providing prescriptions or medications to the patient to take to his/her partner without the health care provider first examining the partner.

National Coalition of STD Directors (NCSD)

Situated in the nation's capital, the National Coalition of STD Directors (NCSD) works toward the development of systemic change and promotion of national awareness in the policies that govern STDs.