CDC Grand Rounds: Chlamydia Prevention: Challenges and Strategies for Reducing Disease Burden and Sequelae
This report discusses the sexually transmitted disease (STD), chlamydia, which is common among sexually active adolescents and young adults. It explains that although chlamydia may be asymptomatic, it can have serious consequences in females, including infertility; hence, the importance of chlamydia prevention. Screening females aged <25 years is ranked by the National Commission on Prevention Priorities as one of the 10 most beneficial and cost-effective prevention services, but it also is one of the most underutilized.