Hello SHC Blog At Simple Healthcare (SHC), we believe you deserve options to protect your health and live confidently. We make it easy to access PrEP, PEP, and DoxyPEP through telehealth or in-person care across Long Island and New York State. What is PrEP? PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) is a medication you take before exposure to…
Hello SHC Blog Dr. Travis Walker, DNP, FNP-BC, AAHIVS At Simple Healthcare, we believe that protecting your health means giving you options, access, and the information you need to take charge. When it comes to preventing HIV, PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) isn’t just for men—it’s for everyone, including women. Yet, too many women don’t realize that…
Hello SHC Blog PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis): An emergency medication regimen taken within 72 hours after potential exposure to HIV to prevent infection. The treatment lasts for 28 days and is most effective when started promptly. Doxy PEP (Doxycycline Post-Exposure Prophylaxis): An antibiotic strategy where 200 mg of doxycycline is taken within 72 hours after unprotected…
Hello SHC Blog Simple Health: When to Decide to Go on PrEP Brought to you by Simple Healthcare — www.helloshc.com Taking care of your health should be easy, judgment-free, and empowering. That’s what we’re all about at Simple Healthcare. Today, we’re breaking down PrEP—a powerful tool to prevent HIV—and how to know when it might…
In the fight against HIV, PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) is a game-changer. But with different options available, how do you know which one is right for you? At Simple Healthcare (www.helloshc.com), we’re here to help you navigate your options and take charge of your health. What is PrEP? PrEP is a medication that significantly reduces the…
Hello SHC Blog Apretude: One of Your HIV Prevention Options in Long Island Simple Healthcare is now offering Apretude injections in Long Island. This is the first and only FDA-approved injectable PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) for HIV prevention. Apretude is an injection given every two months, unlike daily PrEP pills such as Truvada and Descovy. Some…
Hello SHC Blog Preventative Healthcare Services in Hauppauge, New York. Preventative healthcare is the foundation for a healthier, happier life. At Simple Healthcare in Hauppauge, New York, we’re dedicated to providing personalized and proactive wellness services to help you stay ahead of health issues. From annual physical exams to advanced wellness screenings, our preventative healthcare…