PrEP, an HIV-prevention drug regime, might be associated with lower condom use in the gay community, according to recent research.

Some studies have found the drug can cut the risk of HIV infection by up to 90 per cent if taken before or after sex. 

HIV Community Link's director of programs is optimistic about strategies to deal with the virus in the new year.

The drug can be prescribed both as a treatment for people with the disease, or as a preventative therapy meant for people at high risk.

Inconsistent coverage by private group benefits is keeping HIV prevention drug Truvada out of the hands of some who are at risk of contracting the virus.

For some Albertans, getting access to Truvada can be extremely difficult due to high cost and lack of coverage under health insurance.

Health Canada has quietly approved an HIV drug as a preventative therapy to keep the virus at bay for people at high-risk.

It’s called Truvada and studies have shown – as a prevention method - it can dramatically reduce HIV transmission.

For the first time, a study shows that a drug used to treat HIV infection also can help prevent it when taken before and after risky sex by gay men.