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Closed tender
Published 18 Sep 2015

Lot 2 - Sexual Health Services (Level 01)

London Borough of Newham · London

Key facts

Estimated value
£240,000
Closing date
05 Oct 2015
Contract starts
01 Dec 2015
Contract ends
30 Nov 2018
Procedure
Open procedure
Buyer type
Local government

Description

This Primary Care Agreement (PCA) aims to — To increase detection rates for STI, in particular Chlamydia and Gonorrhoea (CnG) — To increase the uptake of the C-card condom distribution scheme amongst young people aged 13-25 and increase condom use. The objectives of this community pharmacy PCA are: — To sign post the availability of other services thereby increasing numbers of women accessing regular sexual health and family planning services. — To increase the awareness of the connection between unprotected sex and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and to decrease the incidence of STIs. — To increase screening rates for STIs, in particular Chlamydia and Gonorrhoea in sexually active young people aged 13-25 years of age the (eligibility criteria may evolve over the life of the — contract). — To increase the uptake of the C-Card condom distribution scheme among young people aged 13-25 years of age and increase condom use. — To increase partnership working and improve communication between pharmacists and other professionals working with young people. — Increase the number of patients receiving a range of sexual health services. — Enhance the care provided to patients in primary care and to allow for a faster response to client needs, without the need to wait to see a doctor. — Improve the skill and expertise of primary care staff in delivering sexual health interventions including recognising when a young person may need support or protection. — Improve liaison between primary and secondary care. — To provide services that meets the Department of Health You're Welcome criteria for young people friendly services. — To identify vulnerable young people and refer them for support (e.g. for support in school, to universal services, Children's Triage).

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