sexual health in denmark

I think it is very difficult to get basic health care in Denmark. The normal thing is to pop in quickly, take a few blood tests and then you get a result. And then you either get treatment or forget about it all. According to European law, the doctor-patient relationship is based on one thing only, and that is that the patient should get well. Everything else is completely irrelevant. And doctors who represent third parties I think should be sacked on the spot.

Reply 1

Apachecow

19

What do you want exactly? If I wanted a sexual health screen then having it done properly but as quickly as possible is a good thing, no? Did you have questions?

I know in places like Copenhagen there are drop in centres for sexual health screening, but in more rural areas, I believe, it's usually via your GP.

What do you mean "represent third parties"?

Reply 2

michaelhw

OP

17

Original post by Apachecow

What do you want exactly? If I wanted a sexual health screen then having it done properly but as quickly as possible is a good thing, no? Did you have questions?

I know in places like Copenhagen there are drop in centres for sexual health screening, but in more rural areas, I believe, it's usually via your GP.

What do you mean "represent third parties"?

The normal thing is that a person pops by some office, takes a few blood tests and then forgets about everything. It is normally a quick and effortless process, which is hugely encouraged by the authorities, not only to protect the health of the patient, but also to limit spread and to track down potential contacts. So even if one cared nothing for the patient, it would still be encouraged for the sake of others. I just think there is too much hazzle.

Reply 3

Apachecow

19

Do you live in a city? I've been to Copenhagen and seen a walk in clinic. How hard is that, exactly?

Is this not true?

STD Testing
Danes generally have a relaxed view regarding Sexually Transited Infections (STIs) and Diseases (STDs). They are seen as treatable conditions, and are generally not seen as shameful. To get tested and explore treatment options:

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Schedule an appointment with your General Practitioner

OR

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Visit one of the following clinics:

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Sex og Samfund

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The Clinic for Sexually Transmitted Infections at Bispebjerg Hospital

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Gentofte Hospital offer drop-in checks

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Rigshospitalet offers quick tests for HIV without any referrals, and there is also a drop-in option

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This clinic is primarily for LGBTQIA+ students

https://disabroad.org/copenhagen/student-resource/health-and-safety/sexual-health-abroad/

Reply 4

black tea

19

Original post by michaelhw

The normal thing is that a person pops by some office, takes a few blood tests and then forgets about everything. It is normally a quick and effortless process, which is hugely encouraged by the authorities, not only to protect the health of the patient, but also to limit spread and to track down potential contacts. So even if one cared nothing for the patient, it would still be encouraged for the sake of others. I just think there is too much hazzle.