Pre-exposure Prophylaxis (prep)

Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is a medication, taken regularly, that can reduce an individual’s risk of becoming infected with HIV by more than 90%. PrEP works by blocking HIV from replicating and taking hold in the body if a person is exposed to HIV, thus preventing HIV infection. It is a highly effective intervention and a key part of the effort to reduce new HIV infections. PrEP is one of the few HIV prevention interventions that can be taken by individuals before potential exposure to HIV, and it is recommended for those at highest risk of HIV exposure, including those in serodiscordant relationships, men who have sex with men, and individuals who inject drugs.