7,200
Arkansans living with HIV
48%
are virally suppressed
5,130
Arkansans that could benefit from PrEP
731
Arkansans prescribed PrEP
Stay Ready Arkansas is a statewide initiative dedicated to preventing the spread of HIV and AIDS by connecting individuals at risk with the tools, resources, and support they need to stay healthy. Our primary focus is increasing access to PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis)—a safe and effective medication that helps prevent HIV before exposure occurs.
HIV continues to affect communities across Arkansas, and we believe that prevention should be accessible, affordable, and stigma-free. Stay Ready Arkansas was created to bridge the gap between people who need protection and the services that can change lives. Whether you're looking for information, help getting a prescription, or support navigating the healthcare system, we’re here to help you take the next step.
Through community outreach, education, and partnerships with local healthcare providers, we work to ensure that individuals—especially those in communities most impacted by HIV—can make informed decisions about their health and take control of their future.
Staying ready means staying informed, staying protected, and staying connected. No matter where you are in your journey, Stay Ready Arkansas is here to walk with you every step of the way.
Get InvolvedDoxyPEP (Doxycycline Post-Exposure Prophylaxis) is a preventive treatment that helps reduce the risk of certain sexually transmitted infections (STIs), including syphilis and chlamydia, when taken within 72 hours after unprotected sex. It involves taking a single 200mg dose of doxycycline and is recommended for individuals at higher risk of STIs.
DoxyPEP is not a substitute for routine STI testing or other prevention methods like condoms and PrEP for HIV. Talk to a healthcare provider to see if DoxyPEP is right for you.
For those who prefer the convenience of testing at home, we offer at-home HIV test kits. These kits are easy to use and come with clear instructions to help you conduct the test in the privacy of your own home. Results are quick, and follow-up care is just a phone call away.
Patients who receive preventative medications like PrEP and DoxyPEP, or receive comprehensive HIV care have access to convenient lab kits sent directly to their home. These At-Home Test Kits allow for necessary tests to be taken from the comfort of a patient’s home, making it easier to monitor a patient’s health.
With convenient lab kits sent directly to your home, easily monitor your health without needing to visit a clinic for necessary tests. All tests are received and returned through the mail in prepaid delivery packages.
These at-home testing kits are designed to be simple, safe, and completely confidential. Each kit includes clear instructions, and our team is available to support you if you have questions at any step. Once your samples are mailed back, certified lab professionals handle the testing, and your results are delivered securely and discreetly—often within just a few days. It’s a reliable way to stay on top of your health from the comfort and privacy of your own home.
Through our partnership with PrideLife, we can assist you in linking to insurance, ensuring you have the coverage you need for your healthcare services.
In addition to insurance enrollment support, PrideLife can also help you understand your benefits, resolve issues with coverage, and advocate on your behalf if challenges arise. Their personalized approach ensures that you’re not just getting signed up—you’re getting the right coverage for your needs. By removing financial and systemic obstacles, this partnership helps make HIV prevention and overall healthcare more accessible, affirming, and inclusive for all Arkansans, especially those in underserved or rural communities.
Stay Ready Arkansas is a project of the Strilite Foundation, a registered 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization.
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