Post-exposure prophylaxis for sexual assault victim-survivors
This study highlights the critical role of post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) in sexual assault cases, preventing HIV and unintended pregnancies. It stresses immediate access to PEP, emergency contraception, and medical assessments, alongside psychosocial support and follow-up care. Healthcare providers must utilise standardised documentation and reporting mechanisms to ensure victim-survivors' well-being, recovery, and justice.
This study addresses the importance of post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) in the context of sexual assault. Post-exposure prophylaxis serves as a critical intervention to reduce the risk of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) transmission and unintended pregnancies for victim-survivors. Immediate access to PEP, emergency contraception and comprehensive medical assessments is essential for effective care.
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