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In this episode, Michelle catches up with friend of the podcast Katie Warburton on updates to her research and work within children living with HIV.
Episode Guest
Katie Warburton is a lecturer at The University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN) and is active member of CHIVA’s executive committee.
Additional Information and Links
For more information on naming of HIV and information on supporting children living with HIV
https://www.chiva.org.uk/ourworkprof/tr/
National HIV Nurse Association (NHIVNA) www.nhivna.org.
HIV Matters Bookstore
https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/HIVMatters
How to contact the show
https://hiv-matters.captivate.fm
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In this episode, Michelle chats with Dr Philip Ambulai and Rebecca Kanu about Mini's Village Foundation.
Subject Description - Mini's Village Foundation (MVF)
By 2025, MVF aims to raise awareness and provide screening for HIV and HBV, enabling early treatment interventions and combating the stigma associated with these conditions in Sierra Leone. MVF's mission is to support sexual disease awareness, immunisation, and treatment initiatives, particularly for young people aged 14-50 years. Committed to delivering high standards of safety and compassionate care, MVF collaborates with patients, families, medical professionals, and communities. Their core values include respect, integrity, and teamwork, ensuring patient needs are at the heart of their sustainable services.
Episode Guest - Dr Philip Ambulai
Dr. Philip Lahai Ambulai is the CEO and Director of a leading micro medical diagnostic company and the Founder and Director of Mini's Village Foundation (MVF), a UK-registered not-for-profit organization (registration number 1205457). With over 15 years of clinical and research expertise, Dr. Ambulai is dedicated to advancing healthcare solutions. MVF, under his leadership, provides free healthcare services to individuals living with HIV/AIDS, HBV, and STDs in Sierra Leone, reflecting his commitment to improving health outcomes for vulnerable populations.
Episode Guest - Miss Rebecca Kanu
Rebecca Kanu is the Co-Founder of MVF and currently works as a Senior Clinical Research Coordinator. Named in honor of Rebecca's mother, Mini, who contracted HIV through a needle stick injury while serving as a nurse, MVF embodies a deep commitment to healthcare and community support. Rebecca plays a pivotal role in advancing MVF’s mission to combat the stigma associated with HIV/AIDS and HBV in Sierra Leone. Mini's Village Foundation Links
Website - https://www.minisvillagefoundation.org
Email - [email protected]
Contact Number - +44 (0) 7852 148177
Additional Information and Links
National HIV Nurse Association (NHIVNA) www.nhivna.org.
HIV Matters Bookstore
https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/HIVMatters
How to contact the show
https://hiv-matters.captivate.fm
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In this episode, Michelle chats with Dr Orla McQuillan.
Episode Guest - Dr Orla McQuillan
Dr. Orla McQuillan is a Consultant Physician specialising in Genitourinary Medicine, HIV, and Sexual Health at the Withington and Hathersage Centre. She serves as the Fast Track Clinical Lead for Manchester and the site lead for HIV testing. She advocates for the widespread availability of PrEP medication and focuses on raising awareness, education, and enhancing testing and outreach to identify undiagnosed HIV cases in Greater Manchester.
Additional Information and Links
National HIV Nurse Association (NHIVNA) www.nhivna.org.
HIV Matters Bookstore
https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/HIVMatters
How to contact the show
https://hiv-matters.captivate.fm
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In this episode, Michelle chats with the Chair of NHIVNA and HIV Nurse of the Year Linda Panton.
Episode Guest - Linda Panton
Linda Panton, a seasoned clinical nurse specialist, leads HIV care at Edinburgh's Infectious Diseases Unit. With 30 years in the field, she emphasizes compassionate, comprehensive care. Linda was honored as HIV Nurse of the Year in 2022 and chairs the National HIV Nurses Association (NHIVNA) Executive. She actively contributes to national initiatives and conferences, focusing on advancing HIV nursing practices.
Additional Information and Links
National HIV Nurse Association (NHIVNA) www.nhivna.org.
HIV Matters Bookstore
https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/HIVMatters
How to contact the show
https://hiv-matters.captivate.fm
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In this episode, Michelle chats with Jen Kendrick around her leadership in HIV care simulated learning.
Episode Guest - Jen Kendrick
Jen Kendrick is the lead HIV clinical specialist nurse at The Hathersage Centre in Manchester, with 13 years of experience in the field. She began as a band 5 rotational nurse and has since advanced to her current role. Drawn to HIV care by its challenges, Jen finds it profoundly rewarding. She uses her expertise to support patients' health and social care needs, offering ongoing psychological support. Jen also chairs the north west HIV nursing alliance and looks forward to contributing to the NHIVNA executive committee, aiming to enhance support for people living with HIV nationally.
Additional Information and Links
National HIV Nurse Association (NHIVNA) www.nhivna.org.
HIV Matters Bookstore
https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/HIVMatters
How to contact the show
https://hiv-matters.captivate.fm
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Join Michelle as she chats with Graeme Lavery about living with HIV and Autism.
Episode Guests
Graeme Lavery
Graeme Lavery, a Liverpool-based textile artist, draws inspiration from pop culture and LGBT history. Returning to Liverpool in 2014, Graeme joined Sahir House, becoming a public speaker but initially keeping his HIV status private due to stigma. In 2016, he embraced visibility at Liverpool Pride, dressing as "Cupid Stunt" and leading Sahir House. Graeme finds empowerment in textile art, exploring identity and resilience. He connects his craft to the legacy of AIDS, honoring LGBT communities and celebrating life and love.
Additional Information and Links
HIV Matters Bookstore
https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/HIVMatters
How to contact the show
Dr Michelle Croston @ [email protected]
https://hiv-matters.captivate.fm
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Fast Track City
In this episode, Michelle and Angelina discuss Fast Track Cities with Ian Jackson.
Episode Background - Fast Track Cities
The Fast-Track Cities initiative is a global partnership between cities and municipalities around the world and four core partners – the International Association of Providers of AIDS Care (IAPAC), the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS), the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat), and the City of Paris.
Additional Information and Links
National HIV Nurse Association (NHIVNA) www.nhivna.org.
HIV Matters Bookstore
https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/HIVMatters
How to contact the show
https://hiv-matters.captivate.fm
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Join Michelle as she catches up with the progress of the wonderful 'Our Stories Told by Us' book tour with Winnie Ssanyu Sseruma and Memory Sachikonye.
Episode Guests
Winnie Ssanyu Sseruma
Winnie Ssanyu-Sseruma is an International Development consultant based in London, UK. Her consultancy focuses on health trainings, community research, and program evaluations, supporting organizations addressing social justice, women's leadership, and HIV & AIDS. She currently monitors and assesses community health initiatives across 20 African countries for the Stephen Lewis Foundation in Toronto, Canada.
In the UK, Winnie has worked with organizations like HIV I-Base, Partners in Evaluation, and Christian Aid. In Uganda, her ancestral home, she co-founded the Bridging A Gap Initiative (BAGCI), providing breakfast to nearly 200 vulnerable children each morning for 17 years. In 2022, Winnie co-founded the Mentoring Omwana (Child) Project, helping young people access opportunities and develop skills, especially in computer literacy. She holds a BA in Sociology from Saint Mary University in Leavenworth, Kansas, USA.
Memory Sachikonye
Memory Sachikonye, living with HIV since 2002, coordinates the UK Community Advisory Board (UK-CAB), uniting over 800 advocates from 120 organizations. She works part-time as Admin and Finance Lead at Positively UK, while also serving as a peer mentor and championing women's rights to services and treatment access. Memory is a community representative on the POPPY study, examining outcomes for people with HIV over 50 in England and Ireland. With various roles on HIV study committees, she contributes to trial design and management. Additionally, Memory is a member of the European AIDS Treatment Group (EATG) and serves on its Development and Membership Advisory Group (DMAG).
Additional Information and Links
Our Stories Told by Us Website
https://ourstoriestoldbyus.com/
HIV Matters Bookstore
https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/HIVMatters
How to contact the show
Dr Michelle Croston @ [email protected]
https://hiv-matters.captivate.fm
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The HIV Podcast
In this episode, Michelle speak with the hosts of the HIV Podcast, Sarah Macadam and Jessica Harding. They discuss the success of the podcast, what it means to have the responsibility of an audience and tips on your own podcast journey.
Episode Guests - Sarah Macadam and Jessica Harding 'The HIV Podcast'
The HIV Podcast separates fact from fiction and tackles HIV myths and misconceptions. We cover all things HIV related from people to historical events, law, health, taboo topics and pop-culture moments - basically everything you need to know about HIV! Join hosts Sarah Macadam and Jessica Harding every Friday where they will take you on a journey that's surprising, shocking, educational and sometimes hilarious - this podcast will make you laugh as much as it will make you gasp!
Additional Information and Links
National HIV Nurse Association (NHIVNA) www.nhivna.org.
HIV Matters Bookstore
https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/HIVMatters
How to contact the show
https://hiv-matters.captivate.fm
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The focus of the podcast will explore the new platform for people living with HIV living with HIV and Allies. Throughout the podcast we discuss the thinking behind Positive +1 and the benefits of engaging in the online content.
Episode Guest
Christian is an entrepreneur and the creator of positive +1.
Additional Information and Links
National HIV Nurse Association (NHIVNA) www.nhivna.org.
HIV Matters Bookstore
https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/HIVMatters
How to contact the show
Dr Michelle Croston@
https://hiv-matters.captivate.fm
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Monkeypox
In this episode, Michelle and Producer Dan talk about the 2023 NHIVNA Conference and Michelle shares and reviews one of her favourite new podcasts.
Episode Guest - Producer Dan
Producer Dan works as a Senior Lecturer in Nursing at Anglia Ruskin University. He has been working on HIV Matters since the beginning and we are always thankful of the work he puts in to give us our great episodes.
Additional Information and Links
National HIV Nurse Association (NHIVNA) www.nhivna.org.
HIV Matters Bookstore
https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/HIVMatters
How to contact the show
https://hiv-matters.captivate.fm
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Monkeypox
This episode of the podcast returns to the current narrative of Monkeypox and understands if we have learnt anything from previous epidemics. Within the interview we explore the current themes that are being portrayed in the media with regards to how pandemics are being reported and the lessons we can learn from this as a society.
Episode Guest- Dr Maurice Nagington and Dr Jaime García-Iglesias
Maurice Nagington is an academic and researcher at the University of Manchester, his research interest includes LGBT health, HIV, ageing, and 'chemsex' (the use of drugs by gay men in sexualised settings). Jamie is a Mildred Baxter Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Centre for Biomedicine, Self and Society at The University of Edinburgh. Jamie is working on exploring how sexual fantasies and desires can be harnessed for HIV prevention by engaging with a range of stakeholders.
Additional Information and Links
Chemsex link https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/hsc.14081
The Mpox report can be found here: https://theippo.co.uk/mpox-report/
National HIV Nurse Association (NHIVNA) www.nhivna.org.
HIV Matters Bookstore
https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/HIVMatters
How to contact the show
https://hiv-matters.captivate.fm
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Join me as I talk to Katy Bourne about the importance of sleep within HIV care.
Episode Guest
Katy is a clinical psychologist within the Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust and also works part time as a lecturer at Lancaster University. She has a special interest in sleep and HIV and we are very happy to welcome her on today's episode.
Additional Information and Links
HIV Matters Bookstore
https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/HIVMatters
How to contact the show
Dr Michelle Croston - [email protected]
https://hiv-matters.captivate.fm
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Join me as I talk to Oli Brown about the impact he made for HIV activism in the Royal Navy.
Episode Guest
Lieutenant Commander Oliver Brown was diagnosed with HIV in October 2019 after a bike accident, resulting in a visit to a hospital piloting opt-out HIV tests in its A&E department. This led to him being medically downgraded by the Navy in accordance with policy, despite no medical reason for this.
Additional Information and Links
HIV Matters Bookstore
https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/HIVMatters
How to contact the show
Dr Michelle Croston - [email protected]
https://hiv-matters.captivate.fm
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Join me as I talk to Emma Davy about the the changing face of palliative care and how this relates to those living with HIV.
Episode Guest
Emma Davy is working as a senior nurse specialist in palliative care, Emma also has a keen interest in HIV care.
Additional Information and Links
HIV Matters Bookstore
https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/HIVMatters
How to contact the show
Dr Michelle Croston@ [email protected]
https://hiv-matters.captivate.fm
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Join me as I talk to long time friends of the podcast Angelina Namiba and Winnie Ssanyu Sseruma about their upcoming book 'Our Stories Told by Us'.
Episode Guests
Angelina Namiba
Originally from Kenya, Angelina has over 25 years of experience working in the HIV sector on different initiatives ranging from providing one-to-one support to people living with HIV, treatment advocacy, and managing service delivery to facilitating, promoting and advocating for the involvement of women living with HIV in forming and informing local and national strategy and policy.
Winnie Ssanyu Sseruma
Winnie currently works as an International Development consultant based in London, UK. Her consultancy work includes facilitating health trainings, community research, programme evaluations and technical assistance, largely supporting community based organizations responding to issues of social justice, women leadership and HIV & AIDS.
Additional Information and Links
Our Stories Told by Us Website
https://ourstoriestoldbyus.com/
HIV Matters Bookstore
https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/HIVMatters
How to contact the show
Dr Michelle Croston @ [email protected]
https://hiv-matters.captivate.fm
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Join me as I talk to Garry Jones about the HIV memorial in Birmingham. Learn the thinking and development around the memorial.
Episode Guest
Garry Jones is a HIV activist and successful artist
Additional Information and Links
HIV Matters Bookstore
https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/HIVMatters
How to contact the show
Dr Michelle Croston@ [email protected]
https://hiv-matters.captivate.fm
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Within the podcast we explore Silvia’s activism over the 4 decade of HIV and how her strong female leadership has influenced the sector. We explore the importance of peer support and how to support people living with HIV.
Episode Guest
Silvia Petretti was born in Rome, Italy. She moved to London in 1987 and graduated in African Arts and Languages at SOAS. Silvia spent her younger years travelling around West Africa and promoting dance and music from Africa and the diaspora in Italy, also working as a writer for documentaries. Since 2019 Silvia has been Positively UK’s CEO, a national charity lead and run by people with HIV. She firstly joined Positively UK in 1999, when Positively UK was still known as Positively Women, as a volunteer in the organisation Community Development Team providing treatment information to women attending HIV clinics. Soon she became a staff member leading on support for women with drug and alcohol issues and providing outreach in Holloway prison. Silvia is the co-author of the SHE+ toolkit (Strong HIV Positive and Empowered), which aimed at supporting women with HIV in Europe to deliver women centred peer support. Silvia is a member of the WHO advisory board on Women and HIV and has worked as part of a team to develop a global toolkit for women with HIV to access their Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights. Silvia believes that a key tool in defeating HIV stigma is for people with HIV to be heard, visible and involved in decisions that affect them. Silvia has been living with HIV 26 years
Additional Information and Links
HIV Matters Bookstore
https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/HIVMatters
How to contact the show
Dr Michelle Croston@ [email protected]
https://hiv-matters.captivate.fm
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The focus of the podcast will explore sexual pleasure and what this means within the context of care. The role of television programmes in relation to promoting sex education and how we raise issues within our clinical conversation.
Episode Guest
Naomi Sutton has been working as a Consultant within the Rotherham Sexual Health Services since 2016 after completing training in Sheffield. Throughout her career she has developed a passion for education and raising awareness of sexual health, enjoying her role as the FSRH training programme director, as well as regular commitments to teaching other health care professionals and lecturing at conferences. Naomi's media career started with the E4's 'The Sex Clinic’ which “helps young people get their sex lives back on track” and, as well as other media roles, she has talked frankly about vulvas, sex in old age, HIV and other sexual health subjects, on C4’s ‘Steph’s Packed Lunch’. Naomi is proud to be a Trustee for the charity Saving Lives UK and an Ambassador for both the Eve Appeal and the Family Planning Association.
Additional Information and Links
National HIV Nurse Association (NHIVNA) www.nhivna.org.
HIV Matters Bookstore
https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/HIVMatters
How to contact the show
Dr Michelle Croston@ [email protected]
https://hiv-matters.captivate.fm
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Episode 10 – HIV and Stigma with Nathaniel Hall and Jenny Kendrick
This episode is a special one for us, and one we have been planning since HIV Matters began. We have the absolutely wonderful Nathaniel Hall and Jen Kendrick joining us to discuss some of the amazing work they have been doing around HIV and stigma. We even get a bit of an insight into what work that are doing in the future.
Episode Guest - Nathaniel Hall
Nathaniel is a freelance theatre-maker, writer, performer, director, producer and HIV activist from Manchester (yay). He is well known on the subject of stigma, appearing frequently across social media, television and published articles. Nathaniel won us all over as Donald Bassett in the critically acclaimed 'It's a sin'. We are so excited to have him as part of the HIV Matters family.
Episode Guest - Jen Kendrick
Jen is a HIV Clinical Nurse Specialist in HIV, based in the Manchester area. Apart from being a good friend of HIV Matters, Jen is a trustee of NHIVNA forming part of the executive committee. She has loads of noteworthy publications around HIV and we are excited that she is going to talk us through one of these today.
Additional Information and Links
Access to Nathaniel's Website www.nathanieljhall.co.uk
National HIV Nurse Association (NHIVNA) www.nhivna.org.
HIV Matters Bookstore
https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/HIVMatters
How to contact the show
https://hiv-matters.captivate.fm
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