This talk will discuss recent trends in STI diagnoses and cover the diagnosis and management of some common STIs, as well as how to take a sexual history and the safeguarding issues to consider when dealing with patients who present with symptoms that could indicate an STI.

- Know some of the recent trends in STI diagnosis
- Be able to take a sexual history 
- Be aware of the safeguarding issues that are important in this area 
- Understand how some common STIs present, when to refer and how to manage in primary care if appropriate