Sexual Health Resources

Mpox, formerly known as the Monkeypox virus, is endemic in New York City.  helpNYC has created this public health campaign to aggregate information from official government sources and community-based organizations that is essential for New Yorkers to know about the virus.  

Pre-exposure prophylaxis (or PrEP) is medicine taken to prevent getting HIV. PrEP is highly effective for preventing HIV when taken as prescribed.  Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) is the use of antiretroviral drugs after a single high-risk event to stop HIV seroconversion. PEP must be started as soon as possible to be effective—and always within 72 hours of a possible exposure. The following organizations provide access to PrEp and/or PEP.  Also, your primary care physician may be able to get you started on the program as well.

STI testing refers to screenings that test for the presence of a sexually transmitted infection. STI testing may require a sample of urine, blood, tissue, or saliva. To do this, a person may have to have a blood test, provide a urine sample, or provide a swab of the inside of their cheek or genitals. Doctors often perform STI tests in the office and send samples to a lab. A person can test themselves at home with special STI testing kits.