Know your risk
HIV does not discriminate based on sexual orientation or gender identity. It is a virus that can impact anyone, regardless of their background. And because HIV isn’t selective, everyone—gay, straight, nonbinary, trans, cis, or however you identify—should know about the options to protect themselves.
When it comes to HIV protection, PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) is highly effective at preventing HIV transmission through sex when taken as prescribed. PrEP is a powerful tool that can provide an additional layer of protection against HIV transmission.
Wondering how HIV affects women specifically?
Sexual health and HIV
We’ve come a long way, but today HIV is still an important consideration when thinking about your sexual health. Just knowing that fact can be a big step toward protecting yourself—and the people you know and love.
Let’s start with some real numbers.
1 in 8 individuals living with HIV doesn’t know they are positive, and about 38,000* Americans are diagnosed with HIV each year.
*In 2022, according to data published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Should I get an HIV test?
Absolutely.
If you are sexually active, sometimes have sex without condoms, without knowing your partner’s status, or have multiple partners, it’s recommended to get tested regularly.
Knowing your HIV status means you can choose options to help you stay healthy and protect the health of others.
Ask your doctor about PrEP, especially if you have had anal or vaginal sex in the past 6 months AND any of the following:
- An HIV-positive sexual partner (especially if partner has an unknown or detectable viral load)
- A history of inconsistent or no condom use with a sexual partner(s)
- A bacterial sexually transmitted infection (STI) in the past 6 months
- Are in a relationship but don’t know the status of your partner
There’s a long-acting PrEP option
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