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Jordan Sexually Transmitted Infections Prevalence Study 2004

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General Info
Geography 
Jordan (JOR)
Al ‘Āşimah, Az Zarqā’
Coverage type 
Subnational
Time period covered 
01/2004 - 12/2004
Data type
Survey:
  • Cross-sectional
  • Exam
  • Health facility
  • Interview
Summary 

The Jordan 2004 Sexually Transmitted Infections Prevalence Study was a cross-sectional study that examined women attending JAFPP clinics in Jordon. The purpose was to determine both the prevalence of STIs and the etiological agents causing vaginal discharge, as well as to provide data for control program planning. A total of 799 women were surveyed. Data were collected with a questionnaire and medical examination, which included specimen collection to test for STIs.

Keywords 
Anogenital herpes, Blood tests, Chlamydia, Counseling, Education, Employment, Gonococcal infections, Income, Marital status, Medical tests, Military service, Prevalence, STDs, Syphilis, Teachers, Trichomoniasis
GHDx Entry last modified on: Aug 5, 2021