Australia's federal budget allocates $43.9m for HIV prevention, with $26m for PrEP access to non-Medicare users.
Australia's federal budget has allocated $43.9m over three years for HIV prevention, with $26m earmarked for PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) for people without Medicare access. PrEP uses antiretroviral medication to prevent HIV infection and is highly effective in stopping HIV replication in the body. It has advantages over other prevention methods, as it allows individuals to control their own protection and not rely on partner actions. PrEP can be taken as a daily pill or "on demand" and has demonstrated significant potential for public health.
May 16, 2024
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