If you think you were exposed to HIV, talk to a medical professional about Post-exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) as soon as possible. You can:

1. Call the NYS or NYC PEP hotline:
   • Outside NYC: 844-PEP4NOW (844-737-4669)
   • In NYC: 844-3-PEPNYC (844-373-7692)
2. Talk with your primary care provider right away and ask if they can provide PEP.
3. Go to the local emergency room right away. The PEP Can Prevent HIV if You Act Fast fact sheet has information about PEP and what to expect when you go for a PEP evaluation. Print this fact sheet and bring it with you to the emergency room.

PEP is a medicataion that can prevent you from getting HIV after a possible exposure. PEP is effective when started as early as possible, but not later than 72 hours after the exposure.

For more information about PEP, see:

• I Might Have Been Exposed to HIV.... What Should I do? (PDF)
• If you are an Emergency Responder, click here to find more information