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Your health. Your choice. Your future.
At Franklin Primary Health Center, we believe everyone deserves access to the information, resources and care needed to protect their health. Our HIV prevention services provide patients with options to help reduce their risk of HIV and certain sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
From daily medication to long-acting injections and additional STI prevention strategies, our healthcare team can help you understand your options and determine what works best for you.
PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) is medication taken by people who do not have HIV to help prevent infection before a potential exposure.
When taken as prescribed, PrEP reduces the risk of getting HIV from sex by approximately 99%.
PrEP is available in several forms, allowing patients to choose a prevention method that fits their needs and lifestyle.
Daily oral PrEP involves taking one pill every day to help prevent HIV.
For individuals who prefer not to take a daily pill, long-acting injectable PrEP offers another option for HIV prevention. Available medications include:
Both options provide long-acting HIV protection without requiring a daily pill.
Your healthcare provider can help determine which prevention method is appropriate for you based on your health history, preferences and individual needs.
Doxy-PEP (doxycycline post-exposure prophylaxis) is an additional prevention strategy that can help reduce the risk of certain bacterial sexually transmitted infections.
Unlike PrEP, which prevents HIV, Doxy-PEP is an antibiotic taken after sex to help prevent infections such as:
Doxy-PEP does not prevent HIV.
When prescribed, Doxy-PEP involves taking 200 mg of doxycycline as soon as possible within 72 hours after sex, without exceeding 200 mg in a 24-hour period.
Doxy-PEP is recommended for certain individuals based on their sexual health history and risk factors. Your healthcare provider can help determine whether this prevention strategy is appropriate for you.
PrEP may be a good option for anyone who wants additional protection against HIV.
Consider speaking with a healthcare provider if you:
You do not have to make this decision alone. Our healthcare team can answer your questions, discuss your concerns, and help you make an informed decision.
Getting started with HIV prevention is simple.
Step 1
Schedule a visit to discuss your health, prevention goals and available options.
Step 2
Your provider will review your medical history and perform any necessary HIV testing or other health screenings before prescribing medication.
Step 3
Together, you and your provider can determine whether daily PrEP, injectable PrEP or another prevention strategy is right for you.
Step 4
Routine follow-up visits, testing and medication monitoring help ensure your prevention plan continues to meet your needs.
PrEP is covered by many insurance plans, and medication assistance programs may be available for individuals who are uninsured or need additional financial support. Our healthcare team can help you explore coverage and available resources so that cost does not prevent you from seeking information about HIV prevention.
Real people. Real prevention. More choices for a healthier future.
Whether you are interested in HIV testing, daily PrEP, injectable PrEP or Doxy-PEP, Franklin Primary Health Center is here to help you take the next step. Contact our HIV prevention team to learn more about available services and schedule an appointment.
510 South Wilson Avenue
Prichard, AL 36610
HIV Services: (251) 444-1081
Main Clinic: (251) 301-7011
Adult Medicine: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
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Pediatrics: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
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Adult Medicine: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Pediatrics: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Dental: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Radiology: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Adult Medicine: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Pediatrics: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
OB/GYN: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Dentistry: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
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Pediatrics: Monday – Thursday, 7 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
OB/GYN: Monday – Thursday, 7 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Radiology: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
(Walk-ins & same-day appointments welcome.)
Adult Medicine: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Pediatrics: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Dental: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
(Walk-ins & same-day appointments welcome.)
Adult Medicine: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
OB/GYN: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Pediatrics: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
(Walk-ins & same-day appointments welcome.)
Adult Medicine: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Pediatrics: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
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Brad McMillan, CFA®, CAIA, MAI, is the chief investment officer and a managing principal at Commonwealth. With the firm since 2006, he oversees the firm’s investment and asset management groups and acts as spokesperson for the firm’s investment divisions. Brad comments frequently on the markets and economy for a range of media outlets and writes daily for his blog, the Independent Market Observer. He’s a designated member of the Appraisal Institute, the CFA Institute, and the CAIA Association.
Kim Tillinghast began her career in the banking industry in 1985. She graduated with a degree in Finance from West Texas State University in 1990 and has continued her education by earning her Series 24 General Securities Principal Exam and Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA™). Shortly thereafter she started her brokerage career at a traditional wirehouse in downtown Los Angeles, California in 1991. After relocating to Orange County, Kim became an independent financial advisor in May of 1993. She brings over 37 years in the banking and finance industry with experience ranging from designing, developing, employing and maintaining complex investment strategies, Pension Plans, Employee Stock Option Plans, Corporate Finance, Estate Planning and Transition. Outside of her career, she served as Co-Chair of the Dallas County Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure 2013 and 2014 and currently serves on the Board of the Tillinghast Society, Inc. With a deep love for animals, she continues to volunteer for multiple emergency animal response teams including Red Rover, HSUS, UAN, ASPCA and volunteers weekly at the Irving Animal Shelter. Kim also loves worldwide adventure travel and has many amazing experiences visiting almost half of the world’s countries and all seven continents, twice.
Karthik Muraliraj was raised in Fort Worth, Texas, and developed an interest in investing and economics at a young age. After graduating from the University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and a minor in Business, he started his career as a financial professional in 2008. Throughout his career, Karthik has continued to educate himself by gaining multiple designations. Since moving to Dallas, he has been an active member in the community—volunteering with organizations such as the network of Indian Professionals, Dallas Autumn Ball and Reading Partners. Karthik is an avid sports fan and enjoys supporting his alma mater as a proud member of the Texas Exes Dallas Chapter. In his free time, Karthik enjoys cooking, travel, fitness and spending time with this wife, son, dog, and cat.
Crystal Arredondo was born and raised in Germany. She moved to Texas following her parents’ decision to retire after serving an overseas career in the Armed Forces. Seeing firsthand the difficult transition to civilian life after retirement, Crystal obtained her MBA in Finance at the University of North Texas and began her career as a financial advisor. In 2009, she completed the Retirement Planning Specialist Program at the Wharton School of Business, University of Pennsylvania. In 2018, she earned her designation of Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® (CDFA®). In 2022, she earned the additional designation as a Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA™). As the daughter of an immigrant mother, she especially enjoys helping women and business owners make decisions that affect their financial independence. She served as the 2015-16 Chair for the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) and 2016-17 Chair for the NAWBO Institute of Entrepreneurial Development.
Philip Strunk is a native of Houston, TX. Philip earned his Bachelor of Business Administration and Masters in Professional Accounting from the University of Texas at Austin’s McCombs School of Business. He earned his designation as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in 2004 and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (TM) certification in 2010. Having started his career with Deloitte & Touche, LLP in 2005, Philip spent a year and a half in Deloitte’s Audit and Assurance Services group and provided a variety of financial services for a number of Fortune 500 companies. He decided in late 2006 that his talent and passion for investments were best suited for working with smaller groups and individuals. After obtaining the required securities registrations and insurance licenses, Philip became a financial advisor. The impact was plainly visible and more fulfilling. Philip serves as the Investment Director for MPACT.
