PrEP is for people who do not have HIV and want added protection.
It is available by prescription as a pill or long-acting injectable. When taken as prescribed, PrEP is highly effective in preventing HIV.
Find out more about PrEP and testing resources in San Francisco and the East Bay.
PrEP FAQs
PrEP is a prescription medication like birth control but for HIV prevention. Find out how well it works, who it is for, and answers to other questions.
Getting PrEP
Any healthcare provider can prescribe PrEP but not all are familiar with it. Find providers knowledgeable about this prevention option.
Paying for PrEP
Most insurance, including Medicaid and Medicare, cover PrEP. There are also programs that provide PrEP for free or at a reduced cost. PrEP navigators can help.
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Free HIV Self-Test for Bay Area
Before beginning PrEP, you need to know your status to make sure you don’t have HIV.
Request a FREE HIV self-test to take in your own space.
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Real people share why they are taking PrEP to prevent HIV and how it has helped them take charge of their health.
Five Things To Know About PrEP
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Don’t Think Know – Bay Area
STI testing for Bay Area youth, 18-24 years old in San Francisco and Alameda Counties.
Many people don’t know they have chlamydia or gonorrhea until they get tested. Request FREE at-home swab tests for chlamydia and gonorrhea.
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Find a PrEP Provider Near You
A health care provider can help decide if PrEP is a good fit for you.
