PrEP - HIV Prevention Medication

SJBPH's Sexual Health Clinic in Durango and Pagosa Springs provides PrEP, STD testing, and STD treatment.

Call us at 970-335-2013 or email for an appointment.

PrEP

PrEP stands for pre-exposure prophylaxis. The word "prophylaxis" means to prevent or control the spread of an infection or disease. PrEP, a pill taken daily, can prevent an HIV-negative person from acquiring HIV from an HIV-positive partner.

  • If you don't already have HIV, taking PrEP every day can reduce your chances of contracting the virus through sex by more than 90%. Combining condoms and PrEP can help you stay even safer!
  • PrEP can also reduce your chances of contracting HIV from sharing needles by as much as 70%.

Cost

The Public Health Intervention Program (PHIP) helps you pay for PrEP-related care and medications. PHIP is available to any person living in Colorado with an income less than 500% of the Federal Poverty Level. 

2022 rates

  • 1 person at about $6,050 per month gross income 
  • 2 people at $8,200 per month 
  • 3 people at $10,300 per month