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PrEP will help you stay HIV negative

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GET PrEP FOR FREE,
WITH NO IN-PERSON ANYTHING

PrEP IS HIV PREVENTION MEDICATION.

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Uninsured? We’ve got you covered.

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Private, all online or over the phone

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Discreet delivery or pick it up

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Available to anyone living in Philly

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PrEP IS RECOMMENDED FOR SEXUALLY ACTIVE WOMEN,

REGARDLESS OF GENDER IDENTITY OR SEXUAL ORIENTATION

And is 99% effective at preventing HIV transmission

Yet women are less likely to be told about PrEP by their healthcare providers. So let us fix that.

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• What’s PrEP? PrEP or pre-exposure prophylaxis is a regular treatment taken through pill or injectable that helps prevent HIV.

• If I already use condoms, why do I need something else? Condoms are effective for HIV and STI prevention if worn properly every time. PrEP is a 99% effective alternative to protect you against HIV. Think of it like birth control for HIV.

• Our formula for safer sex? PrEP + Condoms = You’re ready to 😉

TEXT “PrEP” TO 1-215-709-7826

HEAR WHY OTHER WOMEN CHOSE TO GET ON PrEP

We get it, taking PrEP might seem unnecessary, but it can be an effective tool to help you take more control of your HIV status. It’s better to be protected instead of waiting until it’s too late!

BIRTH CONTROL, PREGNANCY, HORMONES AND EVERYTHING IN-BETWEEN

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GOT BABIES ON THE BRAIN?

Whether you’re currently trying or are planning for your future baby, this is what you’ll need to know:

  • PrEP doesn’t affect fertility
  • PrEP doesn’t increase risk of miscarriage or birth defects
  • PrEP can be used while breastfeeding

Q: What if I want to get pregnant in the future?

A: PrEP doesn’t affect your fertility or your birth control, so you can start trying tomorrow, in 3 months or in 5 years.
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BIRTH CONTROL OR HORMONES?

If you’re worried PrEP might affect your birth control or hormones, don’t be:

  • PrEP won’t interfere with your hormones
  • PrEP won’t interfere with your birth control

Q: Can I stop using birth control or condoms?

A: PrEP only provides protection from HIV. It does not prevent pregnancy or protect against other STIs.

The good news is that if you’re running low on condoms or lube, we’ve got you.

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ARE YOU AND PrEP A PERFECT MATCH?

Only you and a doctor can say for sure, so let’s chat!

Our Philly Keep on Loving team can answer your questions and help you get started on PrEP easily, for free, and with no in-person anything

TEXT “PrEP” TO 1-215-709-7826
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YOU’VE GOT QUESTIONS, WE’VE GOT ANSWERS

PrEP or pre-exposure prophylaxis, is used to help prevent HIV.

PEP or post-exposure prophylaxis, is used in emergency situations for individuals not on PrEP, and must be taken within 72 hours after a possible HIV exposure.

Both PrEP and PEP are used to help prevent HIV. PrEP is taken regularly to proactively prevent HIV, while PEP is an emergency medication for individuals not already on PrEP, and is taken within 72 hours of a possible HIV exposure.

Philly Keep On Loving currently provides PrEP in a pill form (Truvada or Descovy) or in injectable form (Apretude). The brands Truvada and Apretude are approved for women and transgender women, while the brand Descovy is only approved for men and transgender women.

Only you and your doctor can make that decision, but we’d recommend looking into PrEP if you:

  • Are sexually active
  • Have a partner who is living with HIV
  • Are in a non-monagamous relationship
  • Are unsure of a partner’s HIV status

PrEP is covered by most insurance plans including Medicaid. If you are uninsured we have additional resources to help cover the cost.

Yes! PrEP is safe to take with hormone-based birth control like the pill, patch, ring, shot, implant, or IUD.

PrEP only provides protection from HIV. It does not prevent pregnancy or protect against other STIs.

Yes! PrEP works for all women, including pregnant women. PrEP doesn’t increase the risk of miscarriage or birth defects.

Yes! Women can breastfeed while on PrEP.

No, PrEP will not interfere with hormone therapy.

There can be mild potential side effects including nausea, dizziness, and fatigue.

FOR MORE HELP, CALL THE HEALTH INFORMATION HELPLINE AT 215-985-2437

This site contains STI & HIV prevention messages that might not be appropriate for all audiences. Since these infections are spread primarily through sexual practices or by sharing needles, prevention messages may address these topics. If you are not seeking such information or may be offended by such materials, please leave this website.

This website is not intended as a substitute for your healthcare provider.

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Resources

Term Definitions

  • Adolescent Specialty Age 12 to 24

    Agency has identified itself as a provider of services specifically for the age group from 12 to 24. The agency may also provide services for other age groups.

  • AIDS Pharmaceutical Assistance

    A program that helps pay for HIV and other medications.

  • Emergency Financial Assistance

    Short-term help paying for an emergency need, including utilities, housing, and transportation.

  • Emergency Financial Assistance Pharmacy

    Help with paying for medication.

  • Food Bank/Home Delivered Meals

    Help with getting enough food, either at a food bank or delivered to your home.

  • Harm Reduction and Syringe Access Services

    Services to prevent HIV transmission and overdose. Services include exchange of used syringes for new syringes in order to prevent HIV and other communicable diseases.

  • Health Education/Risk Reduction

    Information and education on how HIV is transmitted and how to take care of your health needs.

  • HIV Care and Support Services

    These are services that are sometimes called “Ryan White Services.” They are services to provide HIV care or other assistance to individuals with HIV.

  • HIV Prevention Services

    These services are meant to help prevent HIV transmission. Some services are specific to people who are HIV negative, and other services are available regardless of HIV status.

  • HIV Testing (Pharmacy, Status Neutral or L-SHS)

  • Legal Services

    Help from a lawyer.

  • Low Threshold Sexual Health Services

    Sexual health, STI testing, and HIV testing in a walk-in clinic.

  • Medical Case Management, including Treatment Adherence Services

    Help coordinating your health care, mental health, and support service needs.

  • Medical Nutrition Therapy

    Advice from a licensed professional about what to eat for a specific medical need and help getting food or nutritional supplements (such as Ensure).

  • Medical Transportation

    Transportation to medical appointments.

  • Mental Health Services

    A counselor or other professional to help deal with a mental health problem.

  • Oral Health Care

    Dental care.

  • Outpatient/Ambulatory Health Services

    HIV medical care in an office or clinic.

  • Post-Exposure Prophylaxis for Non-Occupational Exposures (PEP COE)

  • Ryan White Housing

    Short-term help paying rent.

  • Substance Abuse Outpatient Care

    Drug or alcohol treatment at an office or clinic.

  • TelePrEP

    Online and phone access to medicine to prevent HIV.

  • Transitional Housing

    Help paying for housing for people with HIV experiencing homeless or with housing insecurity.

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