PrEP Information

PrEP yourself

Protect yourself from HIV

PrEP is a daily medication that can reduce your chance of getting HIV from sex by about 99%. Anyone who may encounter HIV, whether through sex or sharing needles, can take PrEP. PrEP is available to anyone over the age of 12. PrEP is also available as an injectable.

Is PrEP safe?

Yes. PrEP causes some side effects in very few people, but those side effects don’t last long.

What's the difference between nPEP and PrEP?

nPEP (Non-Occupational Post-Exposure Prophylaxis is a short-term treatment to prevent HIV. It must be taken within 72 hours of exposure. It is a 28-day medication regimen that works by blocking the virus in your body. This medicine can be prescribed by your doctor or a doctor in the emergency room. It is also offered at CUPHD during business hours. If you believe you need nPEP, contact your primary care doctor, visit your local emergency department or contact CUPHD. More information on nPEP from hiv.gov.

Where can I get PrEP?

We prescribe PrEP here at public health, but you can also get PrEP from anyone who can write a prescription. This includes your own doctor.

How much does PrEP cost?

Insurance companies do cover PrEP. If you don’t have insurance, there are programs to help you access PrEP. If your insurance company doesn’t cover the entire cost of PrEP, there are ways to help with that cost, too!

Where can I learn more about PrEP?

You can visit the Preventing HIV with PrEP at cdc.gov to learn more or give us a call!

Where can I get Services?

CUPHD Main Office
201 W. Kenyon Rd, Champaign
Phone 217-531-5365
Monday-Thursday 8:30 - 11:00 a.m. & 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Friday 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Sexual Health Clinic at McKinley Foundation
(use Presby Hall Entrance, go left)
809 S. 5th Street, Champaign
Wednesdays 3:30 - 6:30 p.m.

TEEN AND ADULT SERVICES
HOURS AND CONTACT INFORMATION

Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Phone: 217-531-5365
201 W. Kenyon Rd., Champaign, IL 61820