Enhanced STI Control in Angeles City, Philippines

This intervention-linked research aimed to (1) rapidly reduce the prevalence of common curable STIs in Angeles City and (2) maintain STI reductions over time. 

Significant reductions in prevalence of common curable STIs are possible when effective interventions reach core groups such as sex workers. In Angeles City, a single round of presumptive antibiotic treatment had a short-term impact on STI prevalence that was proportional to coverage. Longer-term maintenance of STI control requires establishment of effective preventive and curative service.