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HIV, PrEP & PEP
HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is a virus that attacks the body’s immune system. If HIV is not treated, it can lead to AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). HIV spreads through anal or vaginal sex and by sharing needles, syringes, or other drug injection equipment. Once a person is infected with HIV, they will have it for life. There is no effective cure for HIV, but there are very effective strategies to control it. People with HIV treatment can live long, healthy, happy lives and protect their partners.
Preventing HIV: PrEP & PEP
PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) can reduce your chance of getting HIV from sex or injection drug use. PrEP is a prescription, and when taken as prescribed, PrEP is highly effective for preventing HIV. There are several financial assistance options for PrEP.
Learn more about PrEP in this video from the CDC.
PEP (post-exposure prophylaxis) means taking medicine to prevent HIV after a possible exposure. PEP should be used only in emergency situations and must be started within 72 hours after a recent possible exposure to HIV.
Learn more about PEP in this video from the CDC.