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GUMCAD: data specification and technical guidance

Guidance for data managers and software providers on recording and reporting GUMCAD data.

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GUMCAD: data specification and technical guidance

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GUMCAD: sample data extract

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Details

GUMCAD is the mandatory surveillance system for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and collects data on STI tests, diagnoses and services from all commissioned sexual health services in England.

These documents provide detailed guidance to data managers and software providers to facilitate the recording, extraction and reporting of GUMCAD data from all commissioned sexual health services in England.

Published 23 June 2011
Last updated 12 November 2021 + show all updates
  1. Updated 'GUMCAD: data specification and technical guidance' and 'GUMCAD: sample data extract'.

  2. First published.