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Laura Waters
@drlaurajwaters
HIV doc @CNWLNHS | Hon Assoc Professor @UCLGlobalHealth | @PeopleFirst_HIV | past @BritishHIVAssoc chair | NSA HIV @NHSE | @TheFoodChain | she/her | Campari fan
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MenB as an STI & the evidence for 4CMenB conferring protection vs GC. Several ongoing RCTs but current evidence sufficient for Department of Health and Social Care JCVI to recommend - predicted to be COST-SAVING!
#BASHH2024 Prof Anna Maria Geretti
![Laura Waters (@drlaurajwaters) on Twitter photo 2024-06-18 09:10:35 MenB as an STI & the evidence for 4CMenB conferring protection vs GC. Several ongoing RCTs but current evidence sufficient for @DHSCgovuk JCVI to recommend - predicted to be COST-SAVING! #BASHH2024 @GerettiAnna MenB as an STI & the evidence for 4CMenB conferring protection vs GC. Several ongoing RCTs but current evidence sufficient for @DHSCgovuk JCVI to recommend - predicted to be COST-SAVING! #BASHH2024 @GerettiAnna](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GQWD4JsWcAAibn8.jpg)
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They were OUTSTANDING!!!! If only I'd had their eloquence in my younger years. So impressive 🥰🥰
#bashh2024 Student & Trainee Assoc for Sexual Health & HIV
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UG5 #bashh2024 postal HIV & STS testing. We know increasing the reactivity cut-off (RL) improves PPV. Data from Devon Sexual Health shows only 1 true HIV+ in 40 reactive tests (true + RL 1080, false+ RL 1-63, most <20). No false+ STS. Outcome: reassure if low risk + RL <10
![Laura Waters (@drlaurajwaters) on Twitter photo 2024-06-18 08:25:49 UG5 #bashh2024 postal HIV & STS testing. We know increasing the reactivity cut-off (RL) improves PPV. Data from @sexualhealthexe shows only 1 true HIV+ in 40 reactive tests (true + RL 1080, false+ RL 1-63, most <20). No false+ STS. Outcome: reassure if low risk + RL <10 UG5 #bashh2024 postal HIV & STS testing. We know increasing the reactivity cut-off (RL) improves PPV. Data from @sexualhealthexe shows only 1 true HIV+ in 40 reactive tests (true + RL 1080, false+ RL 1-63, most <20). No false+ STS. Outcome: reassure if low risk + RL <10](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GQV5r56WQAAzshB.jpg)
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UG5 #bashh2024 LARC uptake post-abortion in Edinburgh. Abortions increased in 2022, incl multiple. 38% intended to start LARC 20% did. If rpt abortion 43% intended but only 19% did! Are there barriers to access? Or ppl saying they want LARC as they think it's the 'right' answer?
![Laura Waters (@drlaurajwaters) on Twitter photo 2024-06-18 08:15:25 UG5 #bashh2024 LARC uptake post-abortion in Edinburgh. Abortions increased in 2022, incl multiple. 38% intended to start LARC 20% did. If rpt abortion 43% intended but only 19% did! Are there barriers to access? Or ppl saying they want LARC as they think it's the 'right' answer? UG5 #bashh2024 LARC uptake post-abortion in Edinburgh. Abortions increased in 2022, incl multiple. 38% intended to start LARC 20% did. If rpt abortion 43% intended but only 19% did! Are there barriers to access? Or ppl saying they want LARC as they think it's the 'right' answer?](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GQV3To3XgAAuz3_.jpg)
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Undergraduate abstract 3! Attitudes towards HIV in 55 care homes in Brighton & Hove. Less knowledge for non-clinicak staff & those who'd been in role for longer, 29% correct about U=U, attitudes mainly positive but 45% not comfortable taking bloods!
#bashh2024 Prof Daniel Richardson (him/he)
![Laura Waters (@drlaurajwaters) on Twitter photo 2024-06-18 07:55:35 Undergraduate abstract 3! Attitudes towards HIV in 55 care homes in Brighton & Hove. Less knowledge for non-clinicak staff & those who'd been in role for longer, 29% correct about U=U, attitudes mainly positive but 45% not comfortable taking bloods! #bashh2024 @DanielRBrighton Undergraduate abstract 3! Attitudes towards HIV in 55 care homes in Brighton & Hove. Less knowledge for non-clinicak staff & those who'd been in role for longer, 29% correct about U=U, attitudes mainly positive but 45% not comfortable taking bloods! #bashh2024 @DanielRBrighton](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GQVysqqWkAAc1dT.jpg)
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Next up in the undergraduate #bashh2024 is work on trans healthcare at the Onyx clinic in Manchester! 45% described sexual assault) & 20% were sex workers (mainly trans female) - a group with high levels of vulnerability - 100% had experienced domestic violence.
![Laura Waters (@drlaurajwaters) on Twitter photo 2024-06-18 07:45:45 Next up in the undergraduate #bashh2024 is work on trans healthcare at the Onyx clinic in Manchester! 45% described sexual assault) & 20% were sex workers (mainly trans female) - a group with high levels of vulnerability - 100% had experienced domestic violence. Next up in the undergraduate #bashh2024 is work on trans healthcare at the Onyx clinic in Manchester! 45% described sexual assault) & 20% were sex workers (mainly trans female) - a group with high levels of vulnerability - 100% had experienced domestic violence.](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GQVwg-CWwAAHKlu.jpg)
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So heartening to see undergraduates presenting at #bashh2024 ❤️
1st is ALT in ppl with HBV on PrEP. 3.2% hepatic flares driven by 2 ppl, both clinically well with Hx excess alcohol. Suboptimal daily PrEP use assoc with higher HBV DNA (83% suppressed vs 100% with optimal use)
![Laura Waters (@drlaurajwaters) on Twitter photo 2024-06-18 07:37:55 So heartening to see undergraduates presenting at #bashh2024 ❤️ 1st is ALT in ppl with HBV on PrEP. 3.2% hepatic flares driven by 2 ppl, both clinically well with Hx excess alcohol. Suboptimal daily PrEP use assoc with higher HBV DNA (83% suppressed vs 100% with optimal use) So heartening to see undergraduates presenting at #bashh2024 ❤️ 1st is ALT in ppl with HBV on PrEP. 3.2% hepatic flares driven by 2 ppl, both clinically well with Hx excess alcohol. Suboptimal daily PrEP use assoc with higher HBV DNA (83% suppressed vs 100% with optimal use)](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GQVut_-XcAACd6N.jpg)
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New & expanded areas of focus for Natsal-4 from Cath Mercer, incl use & ATTEMPTED use of online services.
Pic 2 summarises priority Qs incl to what extent is SRH provision vs sexual behaviour influencing STI rates?
When will we see the data? Aim = November 2025
#bashh2024
![Laura Waters (@drlaurajwaters) on Twitter photo 2024-06-17 21:48:34 New & expanded areas of focus for Natsal-4 from Cath Mercer, incl use & ATTEMPTED use of online services. Pic 2 summarises priority Qs incl to what extent is SRH provision vs sexual behaviour influencing STI rates? When will we see the data? Aim = November 2025 #bashh2024 New & expanded areas of focus for Natsal-4 from Cath Mercer, incl use & ATTEMPTED use of online services. Pic 2 summarises priority Qs incl to what extent is SRH provision vs sexual behaviour influencing STI rates? When will we see the data? Aim = November 2025 #bashh2024](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GQRSlufXQAAUXjd.jpg)
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We need more sex positive conversations in clinics. We need to ASK the questions. Susan Cole-Haley FRSA on sex, stigma and older women #bashh24
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Dr Jennifer Dhingra
![Dr Emily Chung (@EmilyCee) on Twitter photo 2024-06-17 15:37:25 We need more sex positive conversations in clinics. We need to ASK the questions. @susancolehaley on sex, stigma and older women #bashh24 @BASHH_UK @drlaurajwaters @jenniferdhingra We need more sex positive conversations in clinics. We need to ASK the questions. @susancolehaley on sex, stigma and older women #bashh24 @BASHH_UK @drlaurajwaters @jenniferdhingra](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GQSS4Y6WAAAe1rI.jpg)
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A delight to co-chair the brillliant #bashh2024 session on Sex & Stigma with Dr Jennifer Dhingra! A dream line-up of Susan Cole-Haley FRSA, Marian Nicholson of Herpes Viruses Association & Lorraine Stanley of Swad Dorset who was sadly virtual due to illness ❤️
Thanks Isaac Yenhao Chu for the pic!
![Laura Waters (@drlaurajwaters) on Twitter photo 2024-06-17 17:44:27 A delight to co-chair the brillliant #bashh2024 session on Sex & Stigma with @jenniferdhingra! A dream line-up of @susancolehaley, Marian Nicholson of @HerpesUk & Lorraine Stanley of @swaddorset who was sadly virtual due to illness ❤️ Thanks @Isaac_chu1989 for the pic! A delight to co-chair the brillliant #bashh2024 session on Sex & Stigma with @jenniferdhingra! A dream line-up of @susancolehaley, Marian Nicholson of @HerpesUk & Lorraine Stanley of @swaddorset who was sadly virtual due to illness ❤️ Thanks @Isaac_chu1989 for the pic!](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GQSv9GtWsAAFr9l.jpg)
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Eye-opening panel discussion on tackling SEX AND STIGMA around disability, herpes, older women, and PLWHIV.
It's crucial to break down these barriers #BASHH2024
Laura Waters Susan Cole-Haley FRSA, Lorraine Stanley Swad Dorset, Marian Nicholson of Herpes Viruses Association, and Dr Jennifer Dhingra
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Clinic & MDT done, one cancelled train and finally on my way to #BASHH2024 .
Looking forward to catching up with my colleagues and hearing the latest sexual health research! I’ll also be chairing this excellent session with Laura Waters & Matthew Page on Weds too.
![Dr Rageshri Dhairyawan (@crageshri) on Twitter photo 2024-06-17 15:27:13 Clinic & MDT done, one cancelled train and finally on my way to #BASHH2024. Looking forward to catching up with my colleagues and hearing the latest sexual health research! I’ll also be chairing this excellent session with @drlaurajwaters & @mattisfaction85 on Weds too. Clinic & MDT done, one cancelled train and finally on my way to #BASHH2024. Looking forward to catching up with my colleagues and hearing the latest sexual health research! I’ll also be chairing this excellent session with @drlaurajwaters & @mattisfaction85 on Weds too.](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GQSQjCTWIAAtujy.jpg)
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Nneka Nwokolo gave an insightful talk last year @ #BASHH2023 about reframing the use of the word RISK when discussing STI probability and PrEP need with Black Women #BASHH2024 BASHH Preventx
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Comprehensive and fascinating S.T.I Prioritisation Framework by Dr Caisey Pulford at UKHSA! Great starting points for countries to plan for / advance need-based STI prevention and care amidst the rising STI epidemics worldwide #BASHH2024
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New & expanded areas of focus for Natsal-4 from Cath Mercer, incl use & ATTEMPTED use of online services.
Pic 2 summarises priority Qs incl to what extent is SRH provision vs sexual behaviour influencing STI rates?
When will we see the data? Aim = November 2025
#bashh2024
![Laura Waters (@drlaurajwaters) on Twitter photo 2024-06-17 10:56:37 New & expanded areas of focus for Natsal-4 from Cath Mercer, incl use & ATTEMPTED use of online services. Pic 2 summarises priority Qs incl to what extent is SRH provision vs sexual behaviour influencing STI rates? When will we see the data? Aim = November 2025 #bashh2024 New & expanded areas of focus for Natsal-4 from Cath Mercer, incl use & ATTEMPTED use of online services. Pic 2 summarises priority Qs incl to what extent is SRH provision vs sexual behaviour influencing STI rates? When will we see the data? Aim = November 2025 #bashh2024](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GQRSlufXQAAUXjd.jpg)
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Prof Cath Mercer UCL closes a brilliant session on 2023 data with an update from Natsal Study.
Why do we need a Natsal-4?
Major societal shifts (pic 1) & changes to Sexual Health provision (pic 2) - that's why!
#bashh2024
![Laura Waters (@drlaurajwaters) on Twitter photo 2024-06-17 10:52:53 Prof Cath Mercer @ucl closes a brilliant session on 2023 data with an update from @NatsalStudy. Why do we need a Natsal-4? Major societal shifts (pic 1) & changes to Sexual Health provision (pic 2) - that's why! #bashh2024 Prof Cath Mercer @ucl closes a brilliant session on 2023 data with an update from @NatsalStudy. Why do we need a Natsal-4? Major societal shifts (pic 1) & changes to Sexual Health provision (pic 2) - that's why! #bashh2024](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GQRRwmDXQAAAGhz.jpg)
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Many people face intersecting forms of disadvantage & discrimination resulting in not having enough money for basic needs - they can’t afford computers & data access. Thanks claudia estcourt & ClaireDewsnap(She/her) for raising low digital literacy as an unmet need. #BASHH2023
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Prioritisation needs to be matched with capacity building (and different regions will have different challenges) and I hope there is government will (and resource) for delivering this inspiring work Professor Chris Whitty Association of Directors of Public Health (ADPH) UK Health Security Agency UK Parliament BASHH