The ring only protects against HIV during vaginal sex. It does not provide protection during anal sex. The dapivirine vaginal ring is sometimes called the PrEP ring or the DapiRing. It is a flexible ...

The Dapivirine Vaginal Ring (DPV-VR) works by releasing the anti-HIV drug dapivirine over a period of one month. Women using the ring have praised its effectiveness, saying they prefer it to daily ...

We need more commitments to rapid and widespread implementation of the dapivirine ring beyond the pilot projects, from policymakers, governments, and global health organisations. The success of ...