What Is PrEP?
PrEP (Pre-exposure prophylaxis) is a once-a-day pill to prevent contracting HIV. Presently, only two medications are being prescribed for PrEP: Truvada and Descovy. High Impacto will go over both options and the medical provider will prescribe the one best for you. Studies have demonstrated that taking PrEP can reduce the risk of getting HIV from […]
How to get back to school after the summer?
It’s summer and most likely students are sleeping after a party, enjoying a full day of watching movies on Netflix or going to the beach to work on that tan. Maybe even remembering their early years of school or college. Maybe someone will be missing going back to school! So, enjoy this summer vacation while it […]
Make the most of your Summer: contact High Impacto
It’s summer and despite the existing COVID-19 pandemic, many people are enjoying their summer vacations and many others are still planning for it! During the holidays the opportunity to travel increases, either to have an adventure in the big city or a relaxing retreat on the beach. A road trip with friends or a quick […]
It is Graduation Season: A landmark event
Graduation is a time of completion, however, it is also a time of celebration of achievement and a beginning. Graduating from high school is associated with a range of positive life outcomes, from better employment and income prospects to better health and life expectancy. Your graduation ceremony will become a key part of your own […]
Everyone deserves to live free, equal, and healthy: Happy Pride Month
In the history of the United States and the world, many minority groups have not been treated in the same way and many places continue to be treated differently. They have been denied many rights, such as access to public places, and are not protected by certain laws. One of the minority groups that had […]
Memorial Day all year round: together we will make a difference
The month of May ends one day after commemorating Memorial Day. This day is also considered the unofficial beginning of summer in the United States and gives way to June when LGBTQ Pride is celebrated. High Impacto is using this space to honor all the people who sacrificed to preserve all of the freedoms that Americans […]
Women’s Month: Women remain more vulnerable to HIV
During Women’s History Month, many women are recognized for their talent or achievements. It is important to raise awareness of how women from all backgrounds, races, and ethnicities can play an important role in society. Their role and contributions are essential and indispensable legacies of which we can be proud, comforted; that inspire courage and […]
Women: let’s talk beyond sexual health!
One way to celebrate how women’s efforts and courage throughout history have enabled them to gain more opportunities and enjoy their rights is to speak beyond their sexual health. We hope that we’ll all remember that many women next to us are fighting racism, discrimination, HIV stigma, gender equality, and many other challenges just because […]
PrEP & PEP
Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) and Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP). High Impacto helps people with a negative HIV diagnosis free of charge to get PrEP regardless of whether they have immigration status or health insurance. PrEP is the pill that prevents HIV. HIGH Impacto also provides help to get PEP, the treatment indicated for people exposed to HIV. […]