Protection
Most new infections come from unprotected sex with someone who doesn’t know they have HIV – so aren’t on medication and aren’t undetectable.
Choose your way to protect yourself and prevent HIV, from options including condoms and PrEP.
Condoms
Using condoms correctly and consistently can help protect against HIV, other sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and unplanned pregnancies.
Your choice of condom makes a huge difference to how good they feel and how well they work.
Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP)
Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is a medication that someone without HIV can take. It will stop them getting HIV during sex without a condom.
It is highly effective at preventing HIV, but it does not protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs) or unplanned pregnancy.
Post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP)
Post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) is a treatment that can stop an HIV infection after the virus has entered a person’s body. It must be taken within 72 hours of exposure.
Commonly Asked Questions
Experts answer your questions on HIV, STIs and sexual health.
Stories
Other people’s lives and experiences can help us learn about ourselves, and how we can be part of the generation that stops HIV. A range of people share their stories and experiences on HIV, STIs and sexual health.
