Schizophrenia is associated with an increased risk of sexually transmitted infections: A nationwide population-based cohort study in Taiwan
In Taiwan, there has been a growing emphasis on physical health screening, health education and improving access to treatment in patients with schizophrenia (SCZ). However, sexual health needs, including screening and prevention of sexually transmitted infections (STI), are neglected in this population. The study aimed to investigate the association between SCZ and the subsequent incident STI and to examine potential risk factors.
Source: Schizophrenia Research - Category: Psychiatry Authors: Shih-Fen Chen, Jen-Huai Chiang, Chung-Y Hsu, Yu-Chih Shen Source Type: research
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