UHS recognizes there are circumstances that put people at high risk of becoming infected with HIV or other STIs including:
- Condom failure/unprotected sex with a person known to be HIV-infected
- Sexual assault
- Unprotected sex with a person at increased risk for HIV (e.g., men who have sex with men, injection drug user, sex worker)
A narrow window of opportunity exists to prevent HIV infection after exposure by starting antiviral medication. Immediate medical care must be sought to assess the risk, counsel, and start the preventive medication. This should occur as soon as possible and generally no later than 72 hours post-exposure.
Emergency Care
If you’ve been exposed to HIV, call UHS at 608-265-5600 for after-hours advice or to make a same-day appointment.
For after-hours emergency care, go to an urgent care clinic or hospital emergency department. The cost of any treatment prescribed is not covered by UHS student health fees but may be covered by medical insurance.
Hospitals in Madison
UW Hospitals & Clinics
600 Highland Avenue
608-262-2398
UnityPoint Health-Meriter Hospital
202 S. Park Street
608-267-6206
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison
700 S. Park Street
608-251-6100
Urgent Care Facilities
SSM Health Clinic - Madison East
1821 S. Stoughton Road
608-260-6000
SSM Health Clinic - Madison West
752 N. High Point Road
608-824-4000
UW Health Immediate Care Centers
West Town Urgent Care Clinic
7102 Mineral Point Road
608-828-7603
Union Corners Urgent Care Clinic
2402 Winnebago St., Madison
608-242-6865