In this video, Dr. Demetre Daskalakis says that PrEP is low cost or free for most people. Insurance helps cover these expenses, but there are also co-pay assistance programs that help. There are also programs available to those who are uninsured that help cover PrEP. This video is a joint production of KFF's Greater Than HIV and CDC's Let's Stop HIV Together.
Dr. Demetre Daskalakis breaks down what is involved in prescribing PrEP. One, HIV testing should be done to make sure they don’t have HIV and if they do, it is important to prescribe treatment. Two, test for other sexually transmitted infections and make sure they are up to date with vaccines. Three, provide baseline test. Once you have all that information, you can prescribe PrEP. As a clinician, you should come up with a follow up plan as well. This video is a joint production of KFF's Greater Than HIV and CDC's Let's Stop HIV Together.
Dr. Demetre Daskalakis flags that anyone who can prescribe medication, can prescribe PrEP. It is important to go over guidelines and understand what follow-up is necessary. This video is a joint production of KFF's Greater Than HIV and CDC's Let's Stop HIV Together.
This video discusses how to talk about practicing safer sex with partners.
The Cultural Quick Reference Guide for Brazil includes country-specific information on cultural norms, health practices, traditional beliefs, and courtesies to observe to enhance communication.
This fact sheet is designed to assist clinicians, TB program staff, and individuals interested in understanding the role of compounding pharmacies in supporting the treatment of patients with TB disease or LTBI. The resource also includes compounding pharmacy website links.
This infographic illustrates the journey to becoming undetectable with HIV.
This brochure is for patients looking to understand their HIV test results.
This guide discusses partner services for HIV and STDs and is targeted towards providers and other health professionals.
This guide underscores the importance of HIV testing and immediate treatment upon diagnosis to reduce new infections. With over 1 million individuals in the US unaware of their HIV status, early detection is vital. Health care providers play a critical role by conducting routine screenings, linking those diagnosed with HIV to treatment and prevention services, and providing preventive measures like pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to those at risk.
