Stomp Out HIV in
Baton Rouge!
Stomp Out HIV
Ryan White is a crucial component of our ambitious strategy to eradicate HIV across Baton Rouge and the seven surrounding parishes. Through a comprehensive focus on prevention, testing, and treatment for all, we aim to slash new HIV cases by an impressive 95 percent by 2030. Our vision? A world where there are zero new HIV transmission and where everyone has access to the care they need.
Know Your Stats
- know your HIV status, and get tested regularly
- know your viral load, if you are living with HIV
- know the status of your partner(s)
- know your rights around HIV
- know how to prevent HIV transmission
Ending HIV requires the support of every single one of us.
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HIV Treatment
Consistent treatment with HIV medication enables individuals living with HIV to achieve an undetectable status. This means there’s effectively no risk of transmitting HIV to others through sexual activity.
The treatment, known as antiretroviral therapy (ART), involves regularly taking a combination of HIV medicines as prescribed. Typically, most individuals can reach an undetectable status within six months of starting treatment, which significantly reduces the risk of passing on the virus.
It’s important to note that while HIV medication effectively prevents HIV transmission, it does not protect against other sexually transmitted diseases.
Get treatment
Accessing treatment has never been more convenient in the Baton Rouge area! Treatment as Prevention (TasP) plays a crucial role in our mission to eliminate new HIV transmissions. With 11 agencies offering comprehensive care and services for individuals living with HIV, including 7 providing primary care, finding your service provider is now.
Call (225) 358-4583 to get connected to care today.
What Is
U=U?
U=U stands for
Undetectable = Untransmittable
When someone living with HIV achieves and consistently maintains an undetectable viral load (meaning there’s an extremely low amount of HIV in their blood), they cannot transmit the virus to others through sexual activity.
U=U is based on substantial scientific data
The message of U=U is important to reduce the number of those living with HIV/AIDS
Get Tested
Find testing locations in Baton Rouge and the surrounding area.Free services and resources are available for individuals who test positive or negative for HIV.
Ending HIV requires the support of each and every one of us because it affects us all. By fostering understanding and compassion in our daily interactions, we can all play a part in eradicating HIV. Let’s lead by example, using our words and actions to create a more supportive and inclusive environment for all.
Prevent Trasmission
Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is a daily pill or bi-monthly injection that slashes the risk of contracting HIV by a staggering 99%. What’s more, it’s usually available at no additional cost to most individuals who qualify.
Post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP), on the other hand, involves taking a daily pill or receiving a bi-monthly injection following a potential exposure to HIV. Since HIV can establish transmission rapidly, typically within 24 to 36 hours after exposure, prompt action is crucial. Seeking care within 72 hours of the potential exposure is essential for effective PEP.