Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is medication for people who are at high risk of contracting HIV. When used consistently and correctly, PrEP can greatly reduce the risk of HIV transmission. PrEP is a popular form of HIV protection, but like any medication, it can lead to confusion and questions. One common concern is whether PrEP use can […]
Methods to prevent HIV (like PrEP pills) have come a long way in the last two decades — antiviral drugs under the banner of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) have become proven systems that help prevent HIV/AIDS among at-risk groups. PrEP By the Numbers In 2020, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) studies show that about 25% of […]
In the US, over 30,000 people test positive for HIV every year (30,635 in 2020). HIV is a virus that is spread through certain body fluids and can affect anyone, regardless of gender, age, or sexual orientation. With so many people at risk of contracting HIV, PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) has been a revelation. Administered to […]
Ever since PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) was approved by the FDA in 2012, it has certainly contributed to a decline in the number of new HIV diagnoses. Between 2008 to 2014, the number of new HIV cases dropped by 18% – and up to 56% amongst people using injection drugs. Source However, there are still millions […]
