What is PrEP?
Pre-exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) are drugs taken by an HIV negative person, to reduce the risk of getting HIV through unprotected sex.
How does PrEP work?
The drugs can block the virus from infecting you if it gets inside your body during unprotected sex.
Do I need PrEP?
PrEP is recommended to people who are at high risk of getting HIV. Recent studies have shown that taking PrEP can significantly reduce the risk of becoming HIV positive.
To help you assess your own risk, take this online assessment PrEP Tool – It Starts With Me.
How do I get PrEP?
If you are eligible for PrEP, it is available from NHS sexual health clinics, including Beckenham Beacon sexual health clinic.
Find out more about getting PrEP in South East London on the Find Sexual Health website.
Will I have to pay?
PrEP is available free on the NHS.
Does PrEP protect against STIs?
No – only reliable use of condoms can do this. Find out if you're eligible for one of our free condoms schemes in Bromley.
More information
For more advice, information and support on PrEP, visit I want PrEP now