Apretude

Long-Acting HIV Prevention (PrEP)

At Care& Family Health, we are committed to bringing the latest innovations in healthcare to our patients.

We are excited to offer Apretude, a revolutionary long-acting injectable PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) for HIV prevention, making it easier and more convenient than ever to protect yourself from HIV-1.

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What is Apretude?

Apretude is a long-acting injectable form of HIV prevention designed for individuals at risk of acquiring HIV-1. It offers protection through bi-monthly injections after an initial two-dose regimen. This means fewer doses per year - just six injections after the first month - making it an excellent alternative for those who prefer not to take daily pills. 

Clinical studies show Apretude is:

• Up to 69% more effective than oral PrEP (like Truvada) in men who have sex with men and transgender women.

• 89% more effective than oral PrEP in cisgender women.

How Does It Work?

Apretude works by reducing the risk of sexually transmitted HIV-1 infections through injections every two months. To start, patients receive two initial doses, spaced one month apart, followed by a maintenance dose every two months. Patients can also opt for an oral lead-in phase if desired, to assess tolerability before starting the injections.

Each dose must be administered by a healthcare professional at Care&, ensuring personalized care and follow-up with our team.

Why Choose Apretude at Care&?

1. Fewer Doses: Only 6 injections per year after the first month. No more daily reminders or missed pills.

2. Higher Efficacy: In clinical trials, Apretude significantly outperformed oral PrEP in preventing HIV, particularly in high-risk populations .

3. Discreet and Convenient: Our team handles everything for you—schedule your doses, receive automatic reminders, and come in for your injection. No more daily medication management.

4. Personalized Care: As a Care& patient, you’ll have access to our dedicated healthcare providers who will guide you every step of the way. We ensure your HIV-1 status is monitored regularly, and your care is always personalized to your needs.

Available Exclusively Through Subscription

At Care&, Apretude is available to our subscribers only. This allows us to provide ongoing, seamless care, ensuring your injections and testing are always up to date. You can easily manage your appointments, receive reminders, and communicate with your care team through the Care& app or our patient portal.

Subscribe now through our convenient app or patient portal to start your Apretude journey today.

How to Get Started

Step 1: Book a consultation with one of our Nurse Practitioners to discuss whether Apretude is right for you.

Step 2: Get tested for HIV-1 to confirm a negative status before starting the Apretude treatment. 

Step 3: Begin the Apretude regimen with two injections, one month apart, followed by bi-monthly doses.

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$450
+HST per person/year
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Some of the Services We Offer

Individual Health Focus
  • Comprehensive focus on individual health issues
  • Health screenings as appropriate per age and risk factors
  • Men's Sexual Health (erectile dysfunction, priapism, BPH, STI screening)
  • Women's Sexual Health (Paps, STI screening, pelvic health, OAB, menopause, IUD)
  • Chronic disease screening and management
  • Lifestyle management and health promotion education
Lactation Assessment and Consultation
  • Comprehensive prenatal and postpartum lactation assessment and consultation
  • Lactation support addresses common breastfeeding problems from ages newborn to when the child/toddler is weaning
  • Additional Lactation Support foradoption and surrogate families, prematurity etc.
  • Counseling and treatment in anxiety and depression
Family Planning
  • Preconception
  • STI screening
  • Vaccinations
  • Antenatal care
  • Postpartum care
Geriatric Health
  • Dementia, Delirium, Depression
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Presbycusis (age related hearing loss)
  • Fall risk assessment
  • Functional performance assessment
  • Medication reconciliation and management
  • Caregiver support
Welness & Mental Health Assessment
  • Comprehensive assessment of physiological stress and mental health
  • Identifying emotional stress, interpersonal stress and performance stress habits
  • Identification of addictive behaviors
  • Assessment and prevention of risk for stress and related illness
  • Consultation in cognitive behaviour therapy
  • Counseling and treatment in anxiety and depression
Nutrition Assessment & Weight Management
  • Nutrition Assessment & Weight ManagementNutrition and dietary screening
  • Discussion regarding food sensitivity
  • Goal setting
  • Development of personalized recommendations for weight management
Pediatric Health
  • Well baby assessment
  • Well child assessment
  • Well adolescent assessment
  • Asthma assessment management
Chronic Disease Management
  • Diabetes
  • Hypertension
  • Cholesterol
  • Obesity
Cancer Prevention Assessment
  • Evidence-based strategies to minimize cancer risk
  • Access to counseling and support
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TESTIMONIALS

What Our Patients Say

After a long painful wait trying to find a family primary care provider in downtown Toronto, we came across Care&. I had my first medical consultation today, and was frankly amazed at the care, helpfulness, and friendliness of the NP that helped me. What a breath of fresh air, in the otherwise stale, impersonal, and frustrating medical system in Ontario.
Bill
Had my first visit today and it was a great experience. Simple and convenient to book an appointment. It was a clean environment and staff were welcoming and helpful.The NP Alexandra was wonderful- she was very thorough in her explanations, knowledgeable, warm and friendly. Will definitely be back.
Natasha
Best decision I’ve ever made! I have had many unfortunate experiences of trusting my care and health with past family doctors; only to feel disappointed and frustrated after every visit. At Care&… it’s a dream. You have little to no wait time, the admin staff are all pleasant and nice, you can book appointments for the next day, you have access to your lab reports (it’s not some ridiculous secret) and their attention and focus is on YOU. I can’t see myself needing or wanting to change clinics ever again - and what a relief! Thank you Care&. You’re all rockstars.
Naz
My experience at Care Family Health Team was wonderful. My nurse practitioner Tara MacLeod was outstanding. She listened to all my concerns. Was thorough, professional and very compassionate. I am so glad I am a patient here now. I am bringing my family and have recommended your practice to many friends. No waits and beautiful comfortable healthcare office. Thank you!
Astrid
Friendly, went through everything needed. Listened. Proactive. Appointment was slotted for thirty mins. Never even when I needed it did I ever get 30 mins with my GP. Seems to be way of future for getting your healthcare needs met. Very pleased.
Alethea
Very happy to have found this place, it's the most modern and clean facility that I have been in since I arrived to Canada, easy booking process, attentive practitioner, and what I have liked the most is that you have direct access to all your records in the app, after bad experiences with walk in clinics and family practices that charge you to have a copy of your own results. From now on my family and I won't be going to anywhere else.
Bárbara
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