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What is PEP? Is it different than PrEP?

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Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP)

Photo of a patient examining medication with doctor

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.

Resources for Consumers

Basic PEP Q&As – learn the basics about PEP and if it’s right for you.

PEP 101 Consumer Info Sheet (English and Spanish) pdf icon[PDF – 706 KB]

PrEP vs PEP

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What is the difference between PrEP and PEP?

Pre-exposure prophylaxis is also known as PrEP. It is an HIV prevention medication in which HIV-negative people take an oral pill once a day before coming into contact with HIV. This helps to reduce their risk of HIV infection. The drug must be taken for at least 7 days to reach optimal levels of protection against HIV.

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This contrasts post-exposure prophylaxis also known as PEP. PEP is an HIV prevention strategy in which HIV-negative people take anti-HIV medications after coming into contact with HIV to reduce their risk of HIV infection. PEP must be started within 72 hours after HIV exposure.

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To learn more about PrEP, check out:

https://www.hiv.gov/hiv-basics/hiv-prevention/using-hiv-medication-to-reduce-risk/pre-exposure-prophylaxis

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To learn more about PEP, check out these sites:

https://www.hiv.gov/hiv-basics/hiv-prevention/using-hiv-medication-to-reduce-risk/post-exposure-prophylaxis

Family Pride at B.C. ZOO

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Pride at the Zoo (Bergen County Zoo)

Saturday, July 9, 2022
11:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Paramus

Pride at the Zoo (Bergen County Zoo)

Celebrating our LGBTQ+ Community with a fun-filled day for the family! Come enjoy the music, food trucks, and activities!

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Pride Celebrations

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NJ LGBTQIA+

Fair Lawn Pride Flag Raising
Thursday – June 2nd
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Jersey Pride: Asbury Park
Sunday – June 5th
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Out Montclair PRIDE 2022: Montclair
Saturday – June 11th
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St. Paul’s Lutheran Church: Ridgefield
Sunday – June 11th
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Mahwah Pride: Asbury Park
Sunday – June 12th
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BERGEN COUNTY PRIDE
New Bridge Medical Center, Paramus
Monday – June 13th 6pm
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Jersey City Pride: Jersey City
Saturday – August 27th
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Fair Lawn Pride Block Party
Sunday – June 26th – 3pm to 7pm
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NYC Pride: New York, NY
Sunday – June 26th – 12 Noon
https://www.nycpride.org/
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Buddies has alot to be proud of…

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Buddies of New Jersey hosted Bergen/Passaic’s location of the NJAW: Ending Epidemics Together Walk raising over 50G locally and nearly 300 statewide to address issues of hunger, poverty, homelessness, addiction, mental health and more. These issues contribute to the spread of HIV and cause negative health outcomes to underserved communities.

Buddies of New Jersey has a lot to be proud of this upcoming June for pride month!

Tons of organization and care went into the planning of this reinvigorated day.  Our sponsors, the volunteers from the community as well as staff members show the depth of commitment we have to stopping HIV and caring for one another.

Do your part in stopping the spread of HIV by testing regularly and encouraging others to do the same. Let others know about PrEP.  And most importantly care for one another as if they were in your own family!

 

THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR CONTRIBUTIONS, PARTICIPATION & SUPPORT!

4/18 National Transgender Day of HIV Testing

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Come get tested and keep your community well and in the know!

Call 201-489-2900 for more information…

TLC Fundraiser April 22

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TLC Trivia Lounge Comedy at Fischer’s Café Fair

BYOB Lounge & Party to Raise Funds for NJAW’s Ending Epidemics Together Walk

About this event

Strut your best after sundown styles into Fair Lawn, NJ’s go to café when you want to unwind and grab a few laughs with friends.

$10. Must be prepaid online / or at the DOOR with RSVP on this site.

Money raised goes directly to the NJAW for services at NJB.

– Music Lounge & Café opens at 7PM

– Special Food Menu ($15. Minimum)

– Drinks Non-Alcoholic Mixes Available / ALCOHOL is BYOB and to be checked for dispensing.

– Trivia w. prizes

– Special 50/50

– Comedy Show at 10pm followed by

– DJ and dance….

former Director of Friends for Life Passes On

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Memorial Visitation

6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Sunday, April 3, 2022
McCorry Brothers Funeral Home
780 Anderson Avenue
Cliffside Park, New Jersey, United States
201-945-1220

Life Remembrance of:  NELSON RIVERA

 Nelson Rivera, 65, of Cliffside Park, NJ, passed away on Thursday March 31, 2022. He was born on Wednesday May 16, 1956, in Brooklyn, the son of the late George and the late Carmen (née Rosado) Rivera.  Loving husband of Bill Murray.  Dear brother of Carmen Rivera.  Cherished uncle of Milagros Cox (David A Cox.), Jonathan Rivera, Lindsey Cox, Colin Cox, Christopher Cox and Patrick Cox.  Devoted great uncle of Amari X. Cox and Jordai S. Cox. Caring brother-in-law of Ron Murray (Sally). He will also be missed by his devoted puppy Lucy Lou.

 Nelson was a former Director at Friends for Life, an HIV/AIDS support organization providing food and care for individuals who lacked resources.  He especially enjoyed attending Broadway Musicals.

Memorial visitation will be held on Sunday, Apr 3, 2022, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at McCorry Brothers Funeral Home 780 Anderson Avenue, Cliffside Park, NJ. with a prayer service at 7:00PM.

Donations in Nelson’s memory made to:  Buddies of NJ, Inc., 149 Hudson Street, Hackensack, NJ, 07601 OR DONATE HERE: https://www.njaidswalk.org/bergen-passaic-2022/NELSON