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Understanding
HIV/AIDS
Overcoming disruption,
transforming the AIDS response
Modes of HIV Transmission
Sexul Contact
Ways to prevent HIV/AIDS Infections
HIV/AIDS Can not be transmitted through
Sharing Needles
Mother to Child
Blood Transfusions
saliva, tears or sweat
Use Condoms
PrEP and PEP
Avoid Sharing
Needles
Regular Testing
Abstinence
Hugging
Air or Water
Insect Bites
Yes, You can lower your HIV risk with PEP & PrEP
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PrEP and PEP are methods for preventing HIV that involves taking medicines.
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When you take steps to protect yourself against a disease, like HIV, its called prophylaxis.
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PrEP and PEP are for people who don't have HIV, but are at risk of getting it.
What is it called?
PrEP Stands for pre-exposure prophylaxis
PEP stands for post exposure prophylaxis
When it is taken?
Before HIV exposure. PrEP is taken every day before possible exposure
After HIV Exposure In emergency situation , PEP is taken within 72 hours (3 days) after possible exposure for a month thereafter
Who is it for?
PrEP is for people who don’t have HIV and
• Are at risk of getting HIV from sex
• Are at risk of getting HIV from injection drug use.
PEP is for people who don’t have HIV but may have been exposed
• During sex
• By sharing injection drug equipment
• During sexual assault
• At work through a needlestick or other injury
How effective is it?
Consistent use of PrEP can reduce the risk of getting HIV from sex by about 99% and from injection drug use by at least 74%.
PEP can prevent HIV when taken correctly, But it is not always effective.
How do you get it?
Ask Your doctor about a prescription for PrEP
Within 72 hours of a potential exposure to HIV, talk to your doctor about a prescription for PEP
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