On this weeks episode of Talk Sex With Dick, NYC Sex Therapist Dr. Richard Mills has a candid conversation with Damon Jacobs about misconceptions of PrEP, HIV and Sex. Damon a New York based Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Author of two bestsellers “Rational Relating” and “Absolutely Should-less: The Secret to Living the Stress-Free Life You Deserve,” and PrEP advocate – speaks out about the stigma of HIV/AIDS, how Truvada has changed the way that we think about HIV exposure and STIs, and the recent FDA approval of Descovy (an alternative to Truvada).
They discuss how these wonder drugs have changed the way we experience sex, dispelling the myths of PrEP, and many other topics related to HIV and sex. They also discuss the Facebook group “PrEP Facts: Rethinking HIV Prevention and Sex” that has grown to over 21,000 members, where individuals can ask questions, discuss their experiences with PrEP (Truvada and Descovy), and find peace of mind knowing that this little once daily pill has changed the way we live and experience HIV and sex in the 21st Century.
Damon addresses the myths that PrEP – that it increases promiscuity and STIs, while decreases condom use. He addresses these myths through the context of the 80s when sex and HIV were a death sentence, condom use throughout history, and how we should avoid telling people what they “should” and “shouldn’t” do.
We discussed the effectiveness of PrEP and the decreased rates of HIV transmission, and the recent law suits spearheaded by Michael Weinstein at the AHF (AIDS Healthcare Foundation) who is believed to have publicly taken a stance against Truvada.
If you’re experiencing difficulty navigating the barriers getting PrEP covered by insurance there is help available through Gilead Advancing Access!
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