Hiv Pep-Line for Mds Offers Life-Saving Advice

- HIV is one of the deadly viruses in the category of bloodborne diseases. Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) is most effective if started as soon as possible after a needlestick or other bloodborne exposure. To help treating physicians respond quickly, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control has funded a "National Clinicians' PEP-Line" at 888-HIV-4911 (888-448-4911).That is an emergency number. Treating physicians can dial it for up-to-the-minute advice on managing occupational exposures to HI