The Cjheck-Point service in Murcia, the capital of Murcia, began operations on December 1 last year and has served a total of 1,850 users during this period.physically It is located within the Municipal Health Facility of Jardín del Salitre And was born as a municipal public health care center, Free and confidential,Focus on early detection of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections.
Users are cared for by a multidisciplinary team who care for and promote sexual health in an open manner. The team consists of dRosa Miñarro, actor and service leader; Vaccine Services Coordinator Nurse, Maria del Mar Albero; and a social educator specializing in equality and gender issues, David Zapata.
In this center, Anyone in the city of Murcia, regardless of their identity, sexual orientation or lifestyle, who wants to know their serological status can make an appointment to be screened, not only for HIV but also for other sexually transmitted infections.. Specifically, early detection of STIs is through rapid tests for HIV, syphilis, chlamydia, gonorrhea, and hepatitis (hepatitis B virus and hepatitis C virus).The contact number is 968 35 86 00extension 38314 or 38307.
In addition, it provides sexual health advice, information on HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (infoPrEP) and post-exposure prophylaxis, free vaccinations and support specifically for people living with HIV.
Interventions on the streets during December
The following flights will depart on the following dates 18, 19 and 20 Use mobile devices in December. The mobile device is included in the #hepCityFree project, Hepatitis C-free cities. In this unit there will be Dr. Rosa Minaro and two Nurses from Princess Leonor Hospital in Madrid, Who will do the rapid testing? HIV, HCV and HBV the city’s most vulnerable.
In addition, the Department of Social Welfare, Family and Health of the City Council of Murcia will provide medical consultations for HIV patients at the Jardín del Salitre facility, advising them and helping them live healthily in style. Consultations are attended by Dr. Antonio Madrid and appointments can be made at the above phone number.
HIV cases decrease in Murcia region
last year There were 93 new HIV-positive cases in the area, 3 fewer than the previous year. According to data from the epidemiology department, the incidence rate is 60.7 cases per million inhabitants, a figure that has decreased compared with 63.2 cases in 2021.
We must be able to respond quickly to new infections, and early detection is the best asset.
Sanitation Committee, Juan Jose Pedreño Emphasizing the involvement of primary care in the fight against HIV “as the gateway for patients into the health system and one of the most ideal settings for early detection”. Health chiefs believe a rapid response to new infections is necessary, focusing on early detection and treatment.
Additionally, last year’s new version “Training Course on Early HIV Diagnosis in Primary Care”aimed at medical and nursing staff in all areas of health, aims to provide tools for diagnosing HIV and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
Cooperate with social entities
On the other hand, the head of the health department explained Eight social groups collaborate to promote rapid oral fluid HIV testing “This helps us reduce barriers to diagnosis for people and groups who may be at high risk of contracting the infection.”
In addition, due to The General Directorate of Public Health and Addictions trains volunteers from these associations These tests were conducted and, as a novelty this year, were launched in November for a few days to promote Rapid, anonymous and free testing is available at health centers and public universities in Cartagena, Murcia and Lorca.
The department also provides Anonymous and confidential consultation in person or via the free “InfoITS” hotline (900 706 706), Active Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., providing information on questions, testing locations, symptoms and prevention rules about viruses and other sexually transmitted diseases. Last year, the phone service served nearly 300 people. You can also contact us at infoits@carm.es and check out the website www.murciasalud.es/ITS.
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