Western Cape Health Minister Wenger rolls out Lenacapavir for HIV prevention.
The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness has begun distributing Lenacapavir, a long-acting medication for HIV prevention. This rollout provides more choices for individuals at risk of infection and brings new optimism to HIV prevention efforts.
Ms. Mireille Wenger, the Western Cape Minister of Health and Wellness, remarked that the launch of Lenacapavir highlights the ongoing advancements in the field of HIV prevention.
Administered as an injection just once every six months, Lenacapavir serves as a long-acting pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) option designed to protect against HIV infection.
Minister Wenger noted that 22 healthcare facilities located in areas with the highest HIV prevalence in the province will participate in the initial distribution phase. Dr. Keith Cloete, the Head of Department for Health and Wellness, further explained that clinical assessments, HIV testing, and counseling will be mandatory for patients prior to beginning the treatment.
