YES - Jan Barlow, chief executive, Brook
With rising rates of chlamydia among young people, any initiative that makes it as easy as possible for young people to get tested and treated is welcome and should be open to anyone who might be at risk, including under-16s.
Pharmacists will need to be satisfied that young people understand what they are being tested for and the importance of seeking treatment if a test is positive. They should also be able to advise on how to avoid infection in future.
NO - Anne Weyman, chief executive, fpa
Rates of chlamydia are highest in the 16 to 24 age group and expanding testing to pharmacies is a good move to reduce the workload on clinics.
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