by Callen | Jun 13, 2023 | Announcements, News
In 2022, the FDA approved a new form of PrEP, called injectable cabotegravir (brand name Apretude). Apretude is a single, long-acting injection that is given every two months. It is highly effective at preventing HIV infection, just like oral PrEP. Apretude may be a...
by staff writer | Jan 28, 2021 | News
It has become popular for people who work in public health and social services fields, as well as activists, community organizers, and advocates for the LGBTQ+ community to share their pronouns in social settings. But why is this so important to these groups and what...
by staff writer | Dec 17, 2020 | News
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the HIV Prevention Team at The Project launched an at-home HIV testing program through telehealth. By mailing at-home testing kits to clients and providing support via Zoom the team was able to continue to provide access to...
by staff writer | May 12, 2020 | Care & Prevention, News
Staying On, Stopping, and Restarting PrEP This post was co-written by The Project’s Clinical Director, Becky Johnson, ARNP, and Prevention Specialist Noah Beacom. The following does not constitute medical advice. Contact your provider if you have questions....
by Callen | May 7, 2020 | COVID19, News
COVID-19 Information for Persons Living with HIV in Iowa from MATEC (Midwest AIDS Training & Education Center) The purpose of this resource is to answer questions about your health care and how to take care of your health. This is a rapidly evolving situation....
by staff writer | May 4, 2020 | Care & Prevention, News
How To Get PrEP at The Project Updated May 4, 2020 What is PrEP? If you are unfamiliar with PrEP, it stands for “Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis,” which is a fancy way of saying that the medicine is used to prevents HIV by protecting you before you are exposed to...
