Sexually Transmitted Infections Services
Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) and other Reproductive Tract Infections (RTIs) services were established in 1987. The role of STI unit is to monitor and coordinate STI/RTI services in Zanzibar. Sexual Transmitted Infections (STIs) and other Reproductive Tract Infections (RTIs) are highly prevalent in many communities worldwide. They cause considerable morbidity, increase the risk of acquiring HIV infections and are costly to the individual and the society in general.
Early and appropriate treatment of STIs/RTIs is an important public health measure hence effective management of STIs and RTIs is one of the cornerstones of their control, as it prevents the development of complications, decreases the spread of those infections and HIV in the community and offers unique opportunities for targeted educations about reproductive health. Condom programming including promotion and distribution is another cornerstone of prevention of HIV and other STIs. STIs/RTIs services are provided in all 231 (148 in Unguja and 83 in Pemba) health facilities in Zanzibar.
Goals
The goal of STIs/RTI services is to reduce new HIV and STIs and to provide care and treatment to all people in Zanzibar.