Jane L. Goller
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View article: Recruiting participants via social media for sexual and reproductive health research
Recruiting participants via social media for sexual and reproductive health research Open
Recruiting participants is a vital component of social research. Finding the right people (and the right number of them) at the right time to participate in your study can make or break its success; it can also challenge research budgets a…
View article: The gonorrhoea care cascade in general practice: a descriptive study to explore gonorrhoea management utilising electronic medical records
The gonorrhoea care cascade in general practice: a descriptive study to explore gonorrhoea management utilising electronic medical records Open
Background Gonorrhoea notification rates in Australia have more than doubled between 2014 and 2019. We explored gonorrhoea testing patterns and management of gonorrhoea infection in general practice. Methods We analysed de-identified elect…
View article: Facilitators and barriers to adopting a multifaceted chlamydia management intervention in general practice: qualitative findings from Management of Chlamydia Cases in Australia (MoCCA)
Facilitators and barriers to adopting a multifaceted chlamydia management intervention in general practice: qualitative findings from Management of Chlamydia Cases in Australia (MoCCA) Open
Background Chlamydia is one of the most common sexually transmissible infections globally and can lead to reproductive complications, including pelvic inflammatory disease and infertility. Interventions to reduce disease burden, including …
View article: Young people’s preferences and motivations for STI partner notification: observational findings from the 2024 Sex, Drugs and Rock ‘n’ Roll survey
Young people’s preferences and motivations for STI partner notification: observational findings from the 2024 Sex, Drugs and Rock ‘n’ Roll survey Open
Background Partner notification is an important step in the control of sexually transmissible infections (STIs). STIs remain at high rates among young people and can have serious reproductive consequences if left untreated. This study aime…
View article: A First Nations-led community survey of early COVID-19 pandemic experiences in Victoria, Australia
A First Nations-led community survey of early COVID-19 pandemic experiences in Victoria, Australia Open
View article: Development and acceptability of a digital tool for promoting syphilis testing in Australian general practice: qualitative study using the Theoretical Framework of Acceptability
Development and acceptability of a digital tool for promoting syphilis testing in Australian general practice: qualitative study using the Theoretical Framework of Acceptability Open
Background In Australia, syphilis notifications increased 2.5-fold during 2013–2022 and 83 congenital syphilis cases were reported. Timely diagnosis and management are crucial. We developed a tool to promote syphilis testing into our exist…
View article: What sexual and reproductive health issues do young people want to discuss with a doctor, and why haven’t they done so? Findings from an online survey
What sexual and reproductive health issues do young people want to discuss with a doctor, and why haven’t they done so? Findings from an online survey Open
Many young people would welcome more preventative SRH care. Young people may be reassured that all issues, including sexual difficulties and dysfunction, are appropriate to discuss with a GP.
View article: Chlamydia retesting remains low among young women in Australia: an observational study using sentinel surveillance data, 2018–2022
Chlamydia retesting remains low among young women in Australia: an observational study using sentinel surveillance data, 2018–2022 Open
Background Chlamydia remains the most notified bacterial sexually transmissible infection in Australia with guidelines recommending testing for re-infection at 3 months post treatment. This paper aimed to determine chlamydia retesting and …
View article: The chlamydia care cascade of young people attending Australian general practices; a descriptive study to assess gaps in care
The chlamydia care cascade of young people attending Australian general practices; a descriptive study to assess gaps in care Open
Background Most chlamydia infections in Australia are diagnosed in general practice. The care cascade concept (testing, treatment and re-testing) can be utilised to explore the management of chlamydia infections. We explored the chlamydia …
View article: Detecting asymptomatic syphilis
Detecting asymptomatic syphilis Open
Syphilis is a bacterial sexually transmissible infection (STI) that is easily treatable if detected in the early stages of infection, but if untreated can have serious consequences. Advanced syphilis can cause severe neurological symptoms,…
View article: Young Australians’ receptiveness to discussing sexual health with a general practitioner
Young Australians’ receptiveness to discussing sexual health with a general practitioner Open
Background Most sexual health care in Australia is provided through general practice. However, many young Australians experience barriers to accessing sexual health care. This research examines young Australians’ receptiveness to discussin…
View article: Informing the design of a digital intervention to support sexually transmissible infection care in general practice: a qualitative study exploring the views of clinicians
Informing the design of a digital intervention to support sexually transmissible infection care in general practice: a qualitative study exploring the views of clinicians Open
Background Strengthening sexually transmissible infection (STI) management in general practice is prioritised in Australian STI strategy. Digital interventions incorporating clinical decision support offer a mechanism to assist general pra…
View article: General Practice engagement: STI, HIV and viral hepatitis care
General Practice engagement: STI, HIV and viral hepatitis care Open
Early detection and treatment of sexually transmitted infections, HIV, and hepatitis B and C are vital to minimise the harm they cause. This Evidence Check aimed to identify effective initiatives that engage and support GPs and the GP clin…
View article: The Implementation Experience of COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Testing in a Large-Scale Construction Project in Victoria, Australia
The Implementation Experience of COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Testing in a Large-Scale Construction Project in Victoria, Australia Open
View article: Determinants and prediction of Chlamydia trachomatis re-testing and re-infection within 1 year among heterosexuals with chlamydia attending a sexual health clinic
Determinants and prediction of Chlamydia trachomatis re-testing and re-infection within 1 year among heterosexuals with chlamydia attending a sexual health clinic Open
Background Chlamydia trachomatis (chlamydia) is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STI) globally, and re-infections are common. Current Australian guidelines recommend re-testing for chlamydia 3 months after treatment …
View article: eSexualHealth: Preferences to use technology to promote sexual health among men who have sex with men and trans and gender diverse people
eSexualHealth: Preferences to use technology to promote sexual health among men who have sex with men and trans and gender diverse people Open
Objectives Gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men (GBMSM) and trans and gender diverse (TGD) people are disproportionately affected by poorer sexual health outcomes compared to heterosexual populations. We aimed to explore the p…
View article: Management of Chlamydia Cases in Australia (MoCCA): protocol for a non-randomised implementation and feasibility trial
Management of Chlamydia Cases in Australia (MoCCA): protocol for a non-randomised implementation and feasibility trial Open
Introduction The sexually transmitted infection chlamydia can cause significant complications, particularly among people with female reproductive organs. Optimal management includes timely and appropriate treatment, notifying and treating …
View article: Chlamydia prevention and management in Australia: reducing the burden of disease
Chlamydia prevention and management in Australia: reducing the burden of disease Open
To reduce the burden of chlamydia in Australia, comprehensive patient and partner management is required Fourteen years on from Hocking and colleagues'1 call for innovative Chlamydia trachomatis (hereafter referred to as chlamydia) screeni…
View article: eSexualHealth: Preferences to Use Technology to Promote Sexual Health Among Men Who Have Sex with Men and Trans and Gender Diverse People
eSexualHealth: Preferences to Use Technology to Promote Sexual Health Among Men Who Have Sex with Men and Trans and Gender Diverse People Open
Objectives Gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men (GBMSM) and trans and gender diverse (TGD) people are disproportionately affected by poorer sexual health outcomes compared to heterosexual populations. We aimed to explore the p…
View article: Is there a place for a molecular diagnostic test for pelvic inflammatory disease in primary care? An exploratory qualitative study
Is there a place for a molecular diagnostic test for pelvic inflammatory disease in primary care? An exploratory qualitative study Open
Introduction There is currently no test for pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) that is non-invasive and sufficiently sensitive and specific. Clinicians must therefore diagnose PID clinically, ruling out medical emergencies and conducting pe…
View article: Telehealth for sexual and reproductive health issues: a qualitative study of experiences of accessing care during COVID-19
Telehealth for sexual and reproductive health issues: a qualitative study of experiences of accessing care during COVID-19 Open
Background Medicare, the health insurance system underpinning free healthcare in Australia, introduced free telehealth items in 2020 in response to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. Their uptake among healthcare providers w…
View article: Patient-delivered partner therapy: One option for management of sexual partner(s) of a patient diagnosed with a chlamydia infection
Patient-delivered partner therapy: One option for management of sexual partner(s) of a patient diagnosed with a chlamydia infection Open
PDPT is one option for partner management when sexual partner(s) are unlikely or unable to seek timely care themselves. However, there are challenges to the use of PDPT in general practice. The provision of clear guidelines is an essential…
View article: Sexual behaviour during COVID-19: a repeated cross-sectional survey in Victoria, Australia
Sexual behaviour during COVID-19: a repeated cross-sectional survey in Victoria, Australia Open
Background During 2020, the State of Victoria (Australia) experienced two COVID-19 waves. Both resulted in community lockdowns followed by eased restrictions. We examined variation of sexual behaviour in Victorians over time during COVID-1…
View article: P142 Low retesting and high reinfection rates among young people treated for chlamydia in Australian general practices
P142 Low retesting and high reinfection rates among young people treated for chlamydia in Australian general practices Open
Background Reinfection after treatment for chlamydia is common and increases the risk of reproductive complications, particularly for women. Australian guidelines recommend retesting at 3 months after chlamydia treatment to identify reinfe…
View article: New best practice guidance for general practice to reduce chlamydia-associated reproductive complications in women
New best practice guidance for general practice to reduce chlamydia-associated reproductive complications in women Open
Evidence-based information and strategies for partner management and retesting the index case are provided in this article, in addition to information regarding the detection of PID, screening and treatment of anorectal chlamydia, antimicr…
View article: Love during lockdown: findings from an online survey examining the impact of COVID-19 on the sexual health of people living in Australia
Love during lockdown: findings from an online survey examining the impact of COVID-19 on the sexual health of people living in Australia Open
Introduction Australia recorded its first case of COVID-19 in late January 2020. On 22P March 2020, amid increasing daily case numbers, the Australian Government implemented lockdown restrictions to help ‘flatten the curve’. Our study aime…
View article: Love during lockdown: findings from an online survey examining the impact of COVID-19 on the sexual practices of people living in Australia
Love during lockdown: findings from an online survey examining the impact of COVID-19 on the sexual practices of people living in Australia Open
Introduction Australia recorded its first case of COVID-19 in late January 2020. On 22 nd March 2020, amid increasing daily case numbers, the Australian Government implemented lockdown restrictions to help ‘flatten the curve’. Our study ai…
View article: The impact of COVID-19 on the reproductive health of people living in Australia: findings from an online survey
The impact of COVID-19 on the reproductive health of people living in Australia: findings from an online survey Open
Introduction Australia introduced ‘lockdown’ measures to control COVID-19 on 22 March 2020. For two months, Australians were asked to remain at home and only leave for essential activities. We investigate the impact this had on sexual and …
View article: Epididymitis rates in Australian hospitals 2009–2018: ecological analysis
Epididymitis rates in Australian hospitals 2009–2018: ecological analysis Open
Objectives To investigate rates of acute epididymitis diagnosed in Australian hospital settings. Methods Yearly hospital admission and emergency department (ED) rates of epididymitis as primary diagnoses were calculated for 15–44-year-old …
View article: The epidemiology of pelvic inflammatory disease diagnosed in Australia
The epidemiology of pelvic inflammatory disease diagnosed in Australia Open
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is a serious reproductive health issue for women that occurs when infection ascends from the lower to the upper genital tract. Possible sequalae include infertility, ectopic pregnancy and chronic pelvic pa…