The goal of Pre-exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) is to prevent HIV infection from taking hold if you have been exposed to the virus. It's prescribed for people who are
at higher risk of coming into contact with HIV. Higher-risk activities include having regular unprotected sex with partners of unknown status and sharing needles.
The two medications currently approved for PrEP therapy are Truvada and Descovy. Both are combinations of two HIV drugs in a single pill. When taken every day, PrEP can provide a high level of protection against HIV. When using PrEP, you should continue
to practice radical consent and use other harm reduction tools like condoms, dental dams, and lube, which can prevent other sexually transmitted infections.
PrEP is offered at Student Health Services and requires an initial consultation as well as ongoing care with the Medical Services team. In addition, you can access community resources for PrEP.