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NCSP: programme overview

An overview of the National Chlamydia Screening Programme (NCSP).

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NCSP: programme overview

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Chlamydia is the most commonly diagnosed sexually transmitted infection (STI) in England. Chlamydia often has no symptoms but, if left untreated, can have serious health complications in women.

This overview of the National Chlamydia Screening Programme (NCSP) details the aims of the NCSP and the evidence base for it.

The programme overview includes information on the following:

  • chlamydia
  • NCSP objectives
  • chlamydia screening policy
  • rationale
  • background and history of the NCSP
Published 1 January 2003
Last updated 24 June 2021 + show all updates
  1. Updated with the changes to the National Chlamydia Screening Programme.

  2. First published.