More than 800 on waiting lists for 'game-changer' HIV drug

Pre-exposure prophylaxis, or PrEP, is taken before sex to prevent HIV transmission. File Picture.

Pre-exposure prophylaxis, or PrEP, is taken before sex to prevent HIV transmission. File Picture.

More than 800 people are left waiting to get access to key HIV prevention drugs across the country, with waiting lists full in both Limerick and Clare. 

In total, there are 809 people seeking access to the key preventative medication, which is taken before sex to prevent HIV transmission.

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