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HIV/AIDS Prevention Services
Possible HIV Exposure? Act Now.
If you may have been exposed to HIV, time matters. PEP (post-exposure prophylaxis) can reduce your risk of HIV infection if started within 72 hours.
Call a healthcare provider immediately or seek urgent care.
If you are an ANHC patient, call or text “Text Me” to 907-743-7200.
For weekends or after hours (current ANHC patients): 907-330-3267.
You are not alone — help is available.
PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis)
Use PEP if you think you have been exposed to HIV.
When to Use PEP
PEP can help prevent HIV after situations such as:
Condom-less sex or a condom breaking
A sexual partner with HIV or unknown HIV status
Sharing needles or drug-injection equipment
Sexual assault
Needle-stick injuries (healthcare workers)
PEP must be started within 72 hours (3 days) of exposure — the sooner, the more effective.
How to Get PEP
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Call your provider immediately.
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Call or text “Text Me” to 907-743-7200
Need assistance outside business hours? Call 907-330-3267 to reach our answering service, which can route you to the on-call provider if appropriate.
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The fastest access to PEP is through the clinics below. For weekend or holiday help, visit your nearest urgent care or emergency room.
Planned Parenthood
Hours: 8 AM–5 PM Monday–Friday; open 1st & 3rd Saturdays
Walk-ins welcome
Address: 4001 Lake Otis Pkwy, STE 101, Anchorage, AK 99508
Phone: 1-800-769-0045
Municipal Health Department
Hours: 8 AM–5 PM Monday–Friday
Walk-ins welcome
Address: 825 L St, Anchorage, AK 99510
Phone: 907-343-4799
If cost is a concern, assistance programs may be able to provide medications at low or no cost.
PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis)
Use PrEP to protect yourself before possible exposure to HIV.
What is PrEP?
PrEP is a medication that greatly reduces your risk of acquiring HIV. It is available as:
Oral medication
Long-acting injectable medication
Your provider can help you choose the best option.
Note: PrEP does not protect against other STIs. Continue regular testing and safe-sex practices.
Who Should Consider PrEP?
PrEP may be right for you if you:
Have a partner with HIV
Have multiple sexual partners
Have a partner who has other sexual partners
Have had an STI in the last 6 months
Use injection drugs
Want an added layer of protection against HIV
How to Get PREP
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You’ll meet with a healthcare provider to determine if PrEP is right for you. Some labs are required before starting.
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Call or text “Text Me” to 907-743-7200
Need assistance outside business hours? Call 907-330-3267 to reach our answering service, which can route you to the on-call provider if appropriate.
If you are experiencing an emergency, call 9-1-1.
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PrEP is covered by most insurance plans. If you are uninsured or cost is still a barrier, financial assistance may be available.
ANHC Can Help
Even if you are not an ANHC patient, ANHC’s HIV/AIDS Health Educator can:
Answer your questions about PEP and PrEP
Provide HIV/AIDS education
Support you in establishing care or finding local resources
To reach our HIV/AIDS Health Educator, you can call 907-717-0341 or 907-743-7355.
Additional Resources
HIV/AIDS Health Care Services
HIV/AIDS health care services
Antiretroviral therapy and side effect management
Care coordination
Dental care
HIV testing
Health education
Health insurance enrollment assistance
Lab services
Nutrition counseling
Pharmacy services, including medication counseling
Post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP)
Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP)
Preventive screenings
Primary care
Referrals to community services
Short-term behavioral health counseling