Get help to access or start Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP)
Your risk of getting HIV from sex can be even lower if you combine PrEP with condoms and other prevention methods.
What is PrEP?
Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis or "PrEP" is an HIV prevention option for people who do not have HIV but are at high risk of getting it. PrEP is highly effective for preventing HIV if used as prescribed. Your risk of getting HIV from sex can be even lower if you combine PrEP with condoms and other prevention methods.
Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) is an HIV prevention option that should be used only in emergency situations. PEP must be started within 72 hours after a recent possible exposure to HIV. If you think you have been exposed to HIV in the last 72 hours, go to the nearest urgent care facility or emergency room for assistance.
PrEP and PEP supportive services
We offer free and confidential services including:
- HIV PrEP/PEP counseling and navigation services
- Support to start PrEP
- Linkage to a primary care provider, as needed
- Assistance in accessing programs that help cover the cost of medication partially or in full
- Referrals for immunizations, STI prevention and other services, as needed
To get started, submit a referral form using one of these methods:
- Complete the referral form and submit it online
- Download the form in English or Español. Complete the form and email it to [email protected]
If you do not have health insurance, contact the Santa Clara County PrEP Navigation Services line for assistance at (408) 792-3720 or at [email protected]
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