Any young person who is sexually active or who is using substances, and ESPECIALLY any person who is using intravenous injection as a means of taking substances, should be offered the opportunity to be screened for certain blood borne viruses that are known to be transmitted via these routes. In particular the viruses tested for are:

• HIV
• Hepatitis B (inoculations are available for this, and should be offered)
• Hepatitis C

Local Protocols

Screening and Inoculations will be available from specific sources in a neighbourhood - some G-U (Genitourinary) Clinics offer this; in other areas there may be arrangements with local GP practices or other specifics. It is important for local teams to make a note of this information and contact details in their own TeamTemplate of this manual.