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Medicare Ineligible PrEP

PrEP, or Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis is a prevention medication used to reduce the risk of contracting HIV. If you are living in NSW and have no access to Medicare, you may be eligible for free PrEP.

People living in NSW who are not eligible for Medicare can now access free HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) through most publicly funded sexual health clinics.

If you are not linked with a publicly funded sexual health clinic - you may be eligible for Telehealth PrEP through SHIL.
Call 1800 451 624 and choose option 5.

The program is being funded by the Australian Government until June 2027 to support HIV elimination efforts.

What is PrEP
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Who is  PrEP for
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What is PrEP

PrEP is an acronym that stands for pre-exposure prophylaxis. It involves HIV negative people taking antiretroviral medication to protect them and prevent HIV infection. When used as prescribed, PrEP is highly effective at preventing HIV infection.

Who is PrEP for

Recommended for people who may be at increased risk

  • You are a man (cis or trans) or transgender woman who has anal sex with men and does not always use a condom
  • If your sexual partners include men who have anal sex with men
  • Have a partner who is HIV positive but has not achieved an undetectable viral load, and you don’t always use a condom
  • Have a heterosexual partner who has HIV, and you want to have a baby
  • A person who injects drugs

Telehealth testing and PrEP Call SHIL on 1800 451 624 and choose option 5.

This program is being funded by the Australian Government to support HIV elimination efforts

For more information

NSW Health

PrEP Information

HIV prevention

Ending HIV

PrEP for HIV Prevention - learn more about PrEP and dosing schedules

PrEP Info
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Call 1800 451 624

Outside operating hours, please call healthdirect on 1800 022 222

Acknowledgement of Country

The Sexual Health Infolink acknowledges the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation as the Traditional Custodians of the land and waters where our offices are located. As a state-wide service, we further acknowledge the diverse Aboriginal peoples across New South Wales and their continuing connection to Country and culture. We pay our respect to Elders past and present.

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