Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis to Reduce HIV Infection
The WSMA supports policy to increase the prescription of PrEP fr
individuals at elevated risk for HIV infection as part of a comprehensive
testing, treatment, and prevention approach to reduce HIV transmission.
(C-9, A-20)
The WSMA supports policy that provides PrEP for free or at reduced cost
for uninsured individuals at increased risk for HIV. (C-9, A-20)
The WSMA supports full coverage of PrEP by commercial and public insurance
options as a preventative treatment. (C-9, A-20)
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Abbreviations for House of Delegates report origination:
EC – Executive Committee; BT – Board of Trustees; CPA – Council on
Professional Affairs; JC – Judicial Council; CHS – Community and Health
Services