Background/Purpose: Because of very high STD rates, young incarcerated persons are a key target population for disparity reduction by the National Center for HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis, STD and Tuberculosis Prevention, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Objectives of Symposium: Provide an overview of populations to target for STD prevention in jails and youth detention, describe the impact of corrections screening on local reported STD cases, and discuss key issues to consider in establishing effective STD screening programs.

Implications for Programs, Policy, and/or Research: Expansion and improvements in targeted STD screening and treatment in correctional settings might reduce disparities in STDs rates.