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Understanding HIV Treatment: An Educational Guide

Living with HIV—or learning you have HIV—can feel overwhelming at first. It raises questions not only about the virus itself, but about what treatme...

Understanding HIV Treatment: An Educational Guide

Living with HIV—or learning you have HIV—can feel overwhelming at first. It raises questions not only about the virus itself, but about what treatment means, how it works, and how it changes the wa...

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The Basics of HIV Prevention

HIV transmission is only possible if these fluids come in contact with a mucous membrane, an open cut or sore, or are directly injected into the bloodstream (from a contaminated needle or syringe).

The Basics of HIV Prevention

HIV transmission is only possible if these fluids come in contact with a mucous membrane, an open cut or sore, or are directly injected into the bloodstream (from a contaminated needle or syringe).

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7 Things to Know About PrEP: A Medication That Helps Prevent HIV

Health care visits—whether with a primary care provider, OB-GYN, or community clinic—are an important opportunity to talk about sexual and reproduct...

7 Things to Know About PrEP: A Medication That Helps Prevent HIV

Health care visits—whether with a primary care provider, OB-GYN, or community clinic—are an important opportunity to talk about sexual and reproductive health. One topic that deserves more routine d...

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Understanding How HIV is Transmitted

HIV is most commonly spread through unprotected vaginal or anal sex. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), sexual contact accounts for at least 89 percent of all new HIV diagnoses.

Understanding How HIV is Transmitted

HIV is most commonly spread through unprotected vaginal or anal sex. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), sexual contact accounts for at least 89 percent of all new HIV diagnoses.

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PrEP Education & Prevention Support

Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) is a proven prevention strategy for people who may be at higher risk of HIV exposure. Learn how PrEP works, who may benefit, and how to access it.

PrEP Education & Prevention Support

Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) is a proven prevention strategy for people who may be at higher risk of HIV exposure. Learn how PrEP works, who may benefit, and how to access it.

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HIV Education & Awareness

Knowing your HIV status is a key step in protecting your health and the health of others. Learn about HIV testing timelines, prevention options, and why regular testing matters.

HIV Education & Awareness

Knowing your HIV status is a key step in protecting your health and the health of others. Learn about HIV testing timelines, prevention options, and why regular testing matters.

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Protecting Yourself and Your Baby from Sexually Transmitted Infections

Pregnancy is a time when health decisions have a direct impact on both the parent and the baby. Learn about STI testing during pregnancy and how to protect yourself and your baby.

Protecting Yourself and Your Baby from Sexually Transmitted Infections

Pregnancy is a time when health decisions have a direct impact on both the parent and the baby. Learn about STI testing during pregnancy and how to protect yourself and your baby.

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Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP)

PEP stands for post-exposure prophylaxis. The word “prophylaxis” means to prevent or control the spread of an infection or disease. PEP refers to the use of HIV medicines to prevent HIV infection within 72 hours (3 days) after a possible exposure.

Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP)

PEP stands for post-exposure prophylaxis. The word “prophylaxis” means to prevent or control the spread of an infection or disease. PEP refers to the use of HIV medicines to prevent HIV infection within 72 hours (3 days) after a possible exposure.

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