PrEP Resources
Pre-exposure prophylaxis, or PrEP, is a way for people who do not have HIV but who are at substantial risk of getting it to prevent HIV infection by taking a pill every day. The pill (brand name Truvada) contains two medicines (tenofovir and emtricitabine) that are used in combination with other medicines to treat HIV. When someone is exposed to HIV through sex or injection drug use, these medicines can work to keep the virus from establishing a permanent infection.
When taken consistently, PrEP has been shown to reduce the risk of HIV infection in people who are at high risk by up to 92%. (CDC)
If you would like more information regarding PrEP, please contact ALFA’s Prevention Department at 828 322 1447 x232 or contact us online: Contact Form.
PrEP
Get PrEPPed
Guidance on how to pay for PrEP
Get PrEPPed - en español
How to Talk to Your Doctor About PrEP
Brochure from the CDC
North Carolina PrEP Provider Map
Listing of NC providers who prescribe PrEP
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Online medical consultation and prescriptions for PrEP and oral contraceptives
Paying For PrEP
Information from the CDC regarding payment assistance plans
PEP FAQs
Information about HIV Post Exposure Prophylaxis
PrEP Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
PrEP FAQs from the North Carolina AIDS Training and Education Center
Get PrEPPedGuidance on how to pay for PrEP
Get PrEPPed - en españolHow to Talk to Your Doctor About PrEPBrochure from the CDC
North Carolina PrEP Provider MapListing of NC providers who prescribe PrEP
nurxOnline medical consultation and prescriptions for PrEP and oral contraceptives
Paying For PrEPInformation from the CDC regarding payment assistance plans
PEP FAQs
Information about HIV Post Exposure Prophylaxis
PrEP Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)PrEP FAQs from the North Carolina AIDS Training and Education Center