Up-to-date, reliable HIV and sexual-health knowledge.
PrEP is generally safe under a doctor’s care, but some people may have side effects like stomach upset, nausea, or effects on kidneys and bones — most of them mild and manageable. This article explains common side effects, how to manage them, and when to see a doctor.
A common question: once you’re on PrEP, do you still need condoms? The short answer is yes, because PrEP protects against HIV only, not other STIs. This article analyzes STI risk and explains why PrEP and condoms should be used together.
On-Demand PrEP means taking HIV-prevention pills only around an expected risk, using the 2-1-1 schedule — an alternative to daily dosing. This article explains how the 2-1-1 schedule works, who it’s for, its cautions, and how it differs from daily PrEP.
Daily PrEP means taking one HIV-prevention pill every day. Taken consistently as prescribed, it lowers the risk of getting HIV from sex by about 99%. This article explains how to take it correctly, why consistency matters, and how to look after yourself.
PrEP is a medication taken to prevent HIV infection before a risk. Taken consistently as prescribed, it greatly lowers the chance of infection. This article explains what PrEP is, how it works, who it’s for, how it differs from PEP, and how to start.
After a risk, many want to test for HIV as soon as possible and wonder how reliable a test is at 7, 14, or 28 days. This article explains how much each stage can detect, how trustworthy a negative is, and when to retest for confidence.
The window period is the time after exposure when a test can’t yet detect infection, even though the person is infected. Testing in this period can give a negative result despite infection. This article explains what the window period is, when each method can detect the virus, and why 90 days is a confident confirmation point.
Testing HIV-negative but still having symptoms is a worrying situation for many. Causes can include testing too early, symptoms from other illnesses, or stress. This article explains the causes, when to retest, and when to see a doctor.
Preparing for an HIV test is easier than many think — the short answer is “no fasting needed.” This article covers what to bring, when to test, what the before/during/after steps look like, and what you don’t need to worry about.
