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PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) is medicine that can be taken to reduce a person's chances of getting HIV from sex or sharing drug injection equipment. PrEP is for people who do not have HIV but have the chance of getting it. When someone taking PrEP is exposed to HIV through sex or sharing drug injection equipment, the medicines can keep the virus from establishing a permanent infection. Taking PrEP as prescribed by a health care provider can reduce the chances of getting HIV by up to 99% from sex and by at least 74% from sharing drug injection equipment.
To hear stories from people who are taking PrEP to prevent HIV, visit Let's Talk About PrEP - Greater Than HIV.
Medication also can be taken following a possible exposure to HIV to help prevent transmission of the virus. In such cases, the medications are referred to as PEP (post-exposure prophylaxis). Both PrEP and PEP can be prescribed by a doctor, physician assistant or nurse practitioner.
PrEP Providers are medical professionals that can prescribe PrEP, order necessary laboratory testing, and conduct medication adherence counseling.
PrEP Navigation is a service that is designed to assist individuals in starting and staying on PrEP. PrEP Navigators work to tailor education and support to the client in order to meet their individual needs. Navigation services include identifying and linking people to a PrEP Provider for care, assisting with health insurance and financial assistance programs, and identifying/reducing barriers to care.
To locate a PrEP Provider or Navigator close to you, view the interactive map or see the directories for a full list of PrEP Providers and Navigators in Michigan.
If there is no provider in your area, please contact MDHHS Public Health Detailer:
Mark Schaecher, PAC
Public Health Detailer, MDHHS
SchaecherM@michigan.gov
PrEP might be right for you if you relate to any of the following:
For more information on if PrEP is right for you, visit: Deciding to Take PrEP - CDC
PrEP works by preventing HIV from replicating itself in the body if an individual is exposed to the virus. PrEP should be taken as prescribed by a healthcare provider. PrEP does not treat or cure HIV and should not be used by people currently with HIV. PrEP does not protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Using condoms while on PrEP is highly recommended.
Things to Note:
For more information on how PrEP works, visit: PrEP - CDC
PrEP is safe and effective for cisgender and transgender women. Truvada and its generic have been approved for adults and adolescents weighing at least 77 pounds. Descovy has not been approved for individuals assigned female at birth.
PrEP can be taken safely with birth control — there are no drug interactions.
PrEP can also be safely taken during pregnancy.
PrEP and hormone therapy can be taken at the same time.
For more information on PrEP and women, visit:
For more information on HIV and women, visit:
Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) is a preventive treatment that can reduce the chance that a person who is exposed to HIV will become HIV-positive.
PEP treatment involves two to three different antiretroviral medicines that work together to prevent HIV from making copies of itself and spreading through the body. To be effective, the medicines must be started as soon as possible - but not more than 72 hours (3 days) after - possible exposure to the virus. They also must be taken on schedule for 28 days.
PEP medicines can reduce the risk of becoming HIV-positive. But, they are not always effective. Taking PEP does not guarantee that a HIV infection will be prevented.
For more information about PEP, visit: PEP - CDC
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) damages the body's immune system. If left untreated, HIV reduces the body's ability to fight off illnesses.
Ways HIV Can be Transmitted:
You cannot get HIV by donating blood or through casual contact such as hugging or shaking hands.
For more information about HIV, visit: HIV Basics - CDC
To hear stories from real people who are taking PrEP to prevent HIV, visit: Let's Talk About PrEP - Greater Than HIV.
Michigan residents with questions related to HIV and STIs are encouraged to call the Michigan HIV/STI Hotline at 1-800-872-2437 or chat online (Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.).
For additional information about PrEP and HIV, visit:
To request PrEP brochures to educate, inform, and increase awareness, please use SHOARS to submit a supply order request. For information about SHOARS including how to register and submit a request, visit: Michigan.gov/SHOARS.
Please Note: Brochures and other communication materials are subject to availability and approved based on size of organization/county. Due to this, amounts may be decreased during processing.