AHRQ Innovations Exchange | Teen Source: The Hookup

QualityTool: Teen Source: The Hookup



Description
Related Profile: Weekly Text Messaging Service Enhances Access to Local Clinics and Accurate Information on Sexual Health for Teens and Young Adults

The Hookup is a statewide text messaging service in California that aims to provide youth with relevant and accurate sexual and reproductive health information and a convenient, confidential resource for accessing local clinics that offer free or low-cost sexual and reproductive health services.

Messages were developed by health educators based on issues identified in youth focus groups in high schools and teen clinics.

Topics include:
•Sexually transmitted disease screening and prevention
•Birth control and emergency contraception
•Healthy relationships and communication skills
•Substance abuse
•Parental involvement
•Cervical cancer prevention
•Pregnancy options
•Annual examinations
•Confidentiality and consent issues


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AHRQ Innovations Exchange | Teen Source: The Hookup