Stay Safe Be PrEPared pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is a medicine taken to prevent getting hiv
reduces the risk of getting hiv from sex by 99% Reduces the risk of getting HIV from injectable drug use by 74%.
Physical Health: Use PrEP as directed to prevent HIV. Use condoms and other safe sex practices to prevent STIs.
Emotional Health Talk with a trusted health care provider about a plan that is right for you.
Mental Health: PrEP for peace of mind. Know your status and stay protected with PrEP.
Spiritual Health PrEP your community. Ending the HIV epidemic in native communities.
Talk to Your Provider About HIV Prevention Options
Where to Find PrEP and It’s Costs
• PrEP can be taken in many forms. • Daily pill(s) you swallow. • 1 shot every 2 months • On-demand pill regimen • Work with your health provider to create a PrEP plan that meets your needs. • You have options: Work with your health provider to establish a PrEP plan thats best for you.
• Indian Health Service (IHS) Clinics for free • Most insurance plans and state Medicaid and Medicare programs cover the costs of PrEP • If you don’t have insurance, there are other programs that provide PrEP for free or at a reduced cost such as Ready, Set, PrEP (www.GetYourPrEP.com) to those who qualify.
Prep vs. PEP • Know the difference. • Both PrEP & PEP prevent the spread of HIV. • PrEP = pre-exposure Prophylaxix • PEP = post-exposure Prophylaxis • PEP is a series of pills you can take if you think you have been exposed to HIV. • It is important to start PEP within 72 hours (3 days) after you have potentially been exposed to HIV. • Doxy PEP = postpotential STI exposure.
Need More Information? For more information about PrEP or help getting connected with a provider. If you or someone you know needs support now, call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org
Text “Native Test” to 555251 or visit www.nativetest.org