Keeping You PrEP’ed
For All Of Life’s Adventures

Pre–Exposure Prophylaxis, or PrEP, is the method of taking HIV medication to prevent HIV. PrEP is available in both injectable and pill form.

When taken as prescribed, PrEP reduces the risk of getting HIV from sex by about 99% and the risk of getting HIV from injection drug use by at least 74% . PrEP is just one way to prevent HIV, along with talking about your status with your partners, getting tested regularly, and consistently using condoms and lube. PrEP does not prevent pregnancy or other STIs.

PrEP may be a good option if you want an effective way to prevent HIV transmission. Being on PrEP can be an empowering choice, promoting a greater sense of control and peace of mind. PrEP is not a medication that you need to be on for your entire life, but rather it is best for times in your life when you are at higher risk for HIV, such as when you are having sex with multiple partners, are part of an open relationship, or have a sex or injection partner who is living with HIV.

PrEP may be a good option for you if you are not living with HIV and:

• Have one or more sexual or injection partners who are living with HIV

• Use condoms sometimes, rarely, or never

• Participate in sex work

• Have a recent STI diagnosis

• Share injection equipment (needles and works)

PrEP is a prescription drug, so you have to go to a medical provider to get it.

If you think PrEP may be right for you, here are a few tips for talking with your provider:

• Be clear. Tell your provider that you’re interested in PrEP.

• Ask questions! It’s your health, and you have a right to take charge of your own health decisions.

• Don’t be shy. Give your medical provider all the details about your life that could be important to your health, especially your sexual health.

Oregon Health Plan and private health insurance plans cover PrEP fully. This includes the medication, the office visits, and the associated labs. Remember, you need to be seen by a medical provider and receive HIV and other lab tests, before being prescribed PrEP. Individuals that don’t have insurance can enroll in patient assistance programs that cover medication costs.

PrEP Navigators can assist with payment assistance, coverage issues, and health insurance enrollment. CAP PrEP Navigators can be reached at prep@capnw.org or by filling out this form.

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