What is PrEP?

PrEP stands for Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis. It is a medication for people who are HIV-negative, but who are at high risk of acquiring HIV. It significantly reduces the risk of HIV infection when taken as prescribed.

How it works

PrEP can be taken on either on a daily basis to manage long-term risk, or during specific ‘events based’ activity when exposure to HIV is of concern.

How to access it

PrEP is provided free on the NHS. You can be assessed for suitability at your local sexual health clinic.

LOCAL FACES, REAL STORIES

Local Faces, Real Stories is a new campaign from Sahir celebrating people from the Liverpool City Region, who use PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) as part of looking after their sexual health.

The campaign uses bold portrait artwork and real local voices to help more people understand PrEP and to challenge the idea that HIV prevention only applies to certain “types” of people.

Because PrEP can be for lots of people and HIV prevention should reflect that.

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