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PrEP and PEP to Prevent HIV

PrEP and PEP to Prevent HIV Definitions: PrEP = Pre-exposure Prophylaxis PEP = Post-exposure Prophylaxis PEP It seems that not so long ago there was post-exposure prophylaxis for HIV, but we didn’t have good data on it to confirm that it worked or how well it worked.  We did it Read more…

By Arnold, ago

When Should a Vaccine be Considered “Effective”

When Should a Vaccine be Considered “Effective” I was just reviewing information on methods to prevent HIV infection.  In a recent trial of a candidate vaccine, it was found to have “only” 30% efficacy in preventing HIV infection (so it was deemed not effective).  The presenter was a world-recognized specialist in Read more…

By Arnold, ago