ART and HIV

ART slows the progression of the HIV virus in the body and keeps an infected person healthy for many years.

PEP is an emergency treatment that must be started within 72 hours after a recent possible exposure to HIV.

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.

<p>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.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>People who use PrEP must commit to taking the drug every day and seeing their health care provider for follow-up every 3 months.</p> Signup and view all the answers