Close Menu
BestNewsOnline
    Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram
    BestNewsOnline
    • Retirement planning
    • Insurance
    • Real estate
    • Subscription
    BestNewsOnline
    Home»Insurance»New York insurance companies are now required to cover PrEP
    Insurance

    New York insurance companies are now required to cover PrEP

    December 25, 20222 Mins Read
    WhatsApp Facebook Telegram

    Governor Kathy Hochul of New York signed a law that requires insurance companies to cover pre- and post-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) as a means of preventing HIV infection.

    “New York was once the epicenter of the HIV/AIDS epidemic, and we have a moral obligation to continue the fight to end the epidemic once and for all,” Hochul said in a statement. “PrEP and PEP are essential tools that help prevent new HIV infections and every eligible New Yorker should have access to these lifesaving drugs.”

    the New York one Local Spectrum News reported that the new HIV effort comes after the state has dropped the ball in recent years, particularly due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The state pledged to end the outbreak in 2014, but saw a massive increase in infections between 2020 and 2021.

    The new law will require insurance policies to cover the cost of PrEP, which can significantly reduce the risk of HIV infection for people at high risk of infection.

    “Expanding access to PrEP and PEP, which prevent new infections, will help stem the spread [of HIV]”, State Senator Brad Hoylman said in a statement. “With the signing of this bill, New York renews its commitment to public health, especially in the LGBTQ community.”

    Hochul’s office said New York has the highest PrEP coverage in the country, with more people receiving treatment than any jurisdiction.

    “The epidemic is not over,” said Assemblyman Daniel O’Donnell. “This is a bill that helps LGBTQ people, communities of color and anyone at high risk of exposure to HIV by ensuring that lack of insurance coverage will never be a barrier to access to PEP and PrEP.”

    Add A Comment
    Leave A Reply Cancel Reply

    What's hot

    BrightLocal.com names the best directory websites for insurance agents to join that make insurance marketing, insurance leads, insurance referrals and insurance agent jobs easy

    October 21, 2022

    Business costs and national insurance cover for employers under Chancellor’s highlight

    November 17, 2022

    Kin Insurance provides update on Hurricane Ian – InsuranceNewsNet

    October 21, 2022

    Northwestern Mutual Appoints Kate Michaels as Managing Partner of New San Jose Network Office – InsuranceNewsNet

    February 2, 2023
    Don't miss

    Single-family home sells in Orleans for $2.6 million

    January 20, 2023

    In which town are you? As housing begins to look the same, it’s hard to tell

    January 21, 2023

    Husband of missing DC property manager charged with misleading police – NBC4 Washington

    January 9, 2023
    Picked for you

    LACERA invites tenders for the system’s emerging real asset management program

    Retirement planning February 2, 2023

    The Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association invites proposals from qualified companies to implement the…

    BestNewsOnline.net is owned and managed by

    Top10 International FZ LLE
    Office 2002, 20th Floor, Creative Tower
    Fujairah, United Arab Emirates
    TRN: 100608946800003

    • Home
    • Contact us
    • Privacy policy
    • Terms and services

    Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.