Special Episode: National HIV Testing Week 2024
Episode 12, May 01, 10:12 PM
During National HIV Testing Week 2024, which coincided with the Six Nations, Gareth Thomas took part in powerful panel discussion on the importance of HIV testing and overcoming stigma.
To raise awareness about the importance of HIV testing, Gareth was joined by an inspiring group of people, including Richard Angell, CEO of Terrence Higgins Trust; former England rugby player Nolli Waterman; Dr. Nneka Nwokolo, leading HIV clinician; and Sarah Mulindwa, sexual health nurse and TV presenter.
The panel discussed the challenges and misconceptions surrounding HIV, focusing on how stigma can prevent individuals from seeking testing and treatment. They explored ways we can enhance accessibility and confidentiality in HIV testing, such as home testing kits, as well as discussing what living with HIV is like today. Thanks to the advances in HIV treatment and care, people living with HIV have a normal life expectancy and on effective treatment cannot pass HIV onto sexual partners. The discussion featured personal stories and insights, highlighting how community support, education, and open dialogue are key to changing attitudes toward HIV.
To raise awareness about the importance of HIV testing, Gareth was joined by an inspiring group of people, including Richard Angell, CEO of Terrence Higgins Trust; former England rugby player Nolli Waterman; Dr. Nneka Nwokolo, leading HIV clinician; and Sarah Mulindwa, sexual health nurse and TV presenter.
The panel discussed the challenges and misconceptions surrounding HIV, focusing on how stigma can prevent individuals from seeking testing and treatment. They explored ways we can enhance accessibility and confidentiality in HIV testing, such as home testing kits, as well as discussing what living with HIV is like today. Thanks to the advances in HIV treatment and care, people living with HIV have a normal life expectancy and on effective treatment cannot pass HIV onto sexual partners. The discussion featured personal stories and insights, highlighting how community support, education, and open dialogue are key to changing attitudes toward HIV.