TORONTO, Oct. 19, 2023 /CNW/ - Switch Health, a pioneering leader in innovative healthcare solutions, is proud to announce the launch of its at-home STI test Kit in Ontario. This initiative will provide Ontario residents with easy, confidential, and accurate access to sexual health screening, empowering individuals to take charge of their well-being from the comfort and privacy of their homes.
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) remain a significant public health concern, affecting millions of people worldwide. In Canada, rates of STIs have been on the rise, emphasizing the need for convenient and accessible testing options. For example, rates of reported cases of gonorrhea have risen more than 81% percent over the past ten years, according to the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC)1. If left untreated, it could lead to many risks including issues of infertility.
Switch Health's at-home STI test kit aims to bridge this gap by offering a discreet, user-friendly, and reliable solution for early detection of STIs.
Key Features of Switch Health's At-Home STI Test Kit:
"Sexual health testing should be simple, convenient, and without judgment," said Dr. Gregory Taylor, Switch Health's Chief Medical Officer. "Our at-home STI Test Kit is designed to empower individuals to take control of their health by providing a reliable and accessible solution. By enabling more options for early detection and treatment, we can make a positive impact in the overall sexual health landscape."
At Switch Health, we are committed to supporting our customers in their healthcare journey. If an individual receives a positive result but lacks a family doctor, Switch Health will assist in facilitating access to a follow-up consult through our network of healthcare partners.
With the launch of its at-home STI test kit in Ontario, Switch Health continues to drive innovation in the healthcare industry.
Switch Health CEO & Co-Founder Marc Thomson is available for interviews upon request.
Switch Health is a health technology company on a mission to make health diagnostics accessible to all Canadians. This mission drives the company's decentralized testing model and discreet home self-collection kits, covering various aspects of general health, wellness, and specific disease areas. Switch Health specializes in the intersection of diagnostics and logistics, utilizing state-of-the-art lab diagnostics through their laboratory partnership network, including Canada's leading laboratories and their own ISO-certified laboratory, Bio-Test Laboratory.
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SOURCE Switch Health
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