But so far, at least, the test and trace system is experiencing teething trouble. While I think many things could be done better, the simple fact is that contact tracing is incredibly important. Working in the NHS as a sexual health adviser, I use contact tracing all the time. Getting someone who has just tested positive for HIV or syphilis to divulge the names of their partners can be emotionally fraught. The other was a chap who tested positive – again in mid-May – the day after being discharged from hospital following an operation.

Source: Daily Mail June 07, 2020 01:02 UTC