Encouraging men who have sex with men to get tested once a year could reduce the spread of STIs

Men who have sex with men (GbMSM) and who get tested at least once annually on average could help prevent a rise in bacterial sexually transmitted infections (STIs), according to a new study.

This research builds on earlier work that found that the introduction of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), which is highly effective in reducing HIV infection risk, has led to a change in the behaviour of its users, such as reduced condom usage. PrEP is a medication taken daily to reduce the risk of HIV infection. The change in behaviour following PrEP has led to an increase in the rate of infection for gonorrhea in the GbMSM population.

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