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What is the purpose of Antiretroviral Therapy (ART)?
ART slows the progression of the HIV virus in the body and keeps an infected person healthy for many years.
What is Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP)?
PEP is an emergency treatment that must be started within 72 hours after a recent possible exposure to HIV.
What is Pre-exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP)?
PrEP is a daily pill taken by people at substantial risk of getting HIV, but who do not have the virus, to prevent HIV infection.
How does PrEP reduce the risk of HIV infection?
When taken consistently, PrEP has been shown to reduce the risk of HIV infection by more than 90% in people who are at high risk.
What are the requirements for using PrEP?
People who use PrEP must commit to taking the drug every day and seeing their health care provider for follow-up every 3 months.
Test your knowledge about Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) and its impact on HIV treatment and transmission. Learn about the benefits of ART, its long-term effects, and its role in reducing the spread of HIV.
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