Truesdale Medical Center is happy to provide multiple services to help prevent STIs and HIV. We currently offer DoxyPEP, PrEP, and PEP services.

What is DoxyPEP?

DoxyPEP has proven effective against bacterial STDs when taken 24 hours after unprotected sex. Research has shown that this can reduce the possibility of contracting chlamydia by 88%, syphilis by 87%, and gonorrhea by 55%.

The recommended treatment population for DoxyPEP includes gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men (MSM), as well as transgender women (TGW). Specifically, DoxyPEP is primarily advised for individuals who have engaged in condomless sex with one or more partners and have had a sexually transmitted infection in the past year. 

Similar to the morning-after pill, DoxyPEP works best immediately after exposure, with the best results being 24 to 72 hours after condomless sex. Upon being prescribed DoxyPEP, patients should follow up with their healthcare provider every three months after exposure to get regular tests conducted. Not only is this to catch potential dormant sexually transmitted diseases, but it is also meant to catch potential reinfections promptly.

Be PrEPpared

Truesdale Medical Center is happy to provide PrEP for HIV prevention. Free services and low-cost medication may be offered through our partner, Palmetto Community Care. To learn more about this program and if it’s right for you, please visit our partner website www.PalmettoCare.org

One pill can change your life and keep you HIV-negative!

PrEP is a medication (Oral PrEP, Dapivirine Ring, or Long-acting Injectable) that is up to 99 percent effective in reducing HIV rates for those who take the medication as prescribed. Palmetto Community Care aims to make this program medication free or low-cost for participants.

Who qualifies for the PrEP program?

• Those aged 18 years or older
• Living in Charleston, Berkeley or Dorchester counties
• High risk for potentially contracting HIV