Older and swinging; need to identify hidden and emerging risk groups at STI clinics

@article{DukersMuijrers2010OlderAS,
  title={Older and swinging; need to identify hidden and emerging risk groups at STI clinics},
  author={N. Dukers-Muijrers and A. Niekamp and E. Brouwers and C. Hoebe},
  journal={Sexually Transmitted Infections},
  year={2010},
  volume={86},
  pages={315 - 317}
}
  • N. Dukers-Muijrers, A. Niekamp, +1 author C. Hoebe
  • Published 2010
  • Medicine
  • Sexually Transmitted Infections
    • Background Identification of STI risk groups is essential for optimal prevention and medical care. Until now, swingers—that is, heterosexual couples who are practising mate swapping, group sex, visit sex clubs for couples, are not considered as a specific risk group for STI in healthcare services and prevention. Objective To compare STI prevalence rates in swingers with that in other risk groups. Methods At the STI clinic, South Limburg, The Netherlands, whether an attendee is a swinger has… CONTINUE READING
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