PrEP stands for Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis. It is used in the HIV field to describe the use of anti-HIV medication by people who do not have HIV. The medication helps prevent you from becoming infected with HIV by interfering with the virus’s ability to replicate itself in your body if you become exposed to it.
PrEP is not appropriate for everyone. It has some documented side effects, cannot be taken together with certain medications, requires pre-screening with labs (HIV screen and Hepatitis screen prior to initiation), as well as ongoing labs to screen for liver and kidney health. If you are interested in learning more, or if you want to find out if you are a good candidate for PrEP, call and make an appointment with one of our providers. The medication may be covered by your insurance plan, and financial assistance programs are available from the mediation manufacturer.
CHOICES is proud to provide comprehensive, non-judgmental sexual and reproductive health services to everyone, including the LGBTIQ+ community.
Our goal is to provide you with all the information and resources you need to protect your health and make informed decisions. We will always respect your sexual health decisions and your need for privacy and confidentiality.
If you have specific questions about our services, please feel free to call us at (618) 300-6017.
