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...
Jun 21, 2023•40 min•Season 3Ep. 26
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...
Jun 14, 2023•53 min•Season 3Ep. 25
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, produce...
Nov 30, 2022•46 min•Season 2Ep. 24
Episode 9 – The Nuance of International HIV Gender and Health This episode takes us on a journey on an international stage. Alice lets us know the current Global research she working on to help change policy, using 7 different languages and involving 90 countries. This amazing work with inform the WHO guidelines on reproductive health for women living with HIV. Episode Guest - Alice Welbourn At HIV Matters we have been closely following the career of Alice over the last few years. For over 30 ye...
Nov 23, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 23
Episode 8 – "Hart Talks" with HIV Matters Today's show includes wonderful conversation with the YouTube Star Stephen Hart. Having created and performed in his own one man show, Hart Talks began 6 years ago (much to Stephen's dismay). Join us while we discuss Stephen's journey and what his hopes are for the future. Episode Guest - Stephen Hart Stephen Hart is well known for the critically acclaimed off-broadway show "Shadow Dreamer", discussing life after becoming a man living with HIV. When fini...
Nov 16, 2022•43 min•Season 2Ep. 22
Episode 7 – Getting Older with HIV On this week's episode, Michelle talks to Winnie Sseruma to discuss a phenomena that no one predicted when the epidemic was at it's highest, getting older with HIV. Medicine has dramatically improved due to research, but has been driven mainly by activists like Winnie. As a person living with HIV, Winnie explores how her life has changed since her diagnosis, and how she has had to adjust her mindset and life whilst getting older. Episode Guest Winnie Sseruma Wi...
Nov 09, 2022•41 min•Season 2Ep. 21
Episode 6 – Sex, drugs and psychiatry The podcast focuses on the use of psychotropic drugs on sexual function, we explore the common side effects associated with a number of commonly prescribed medication. We explore safe and effective prescribing with regards to this aspect of care. During the podcast we explore ways to raise this sensitive subject within our clinical consultations. Episode Guest Stephen Marks Stephen is a senior lecture at Manchester Metropolitan University and has a clinical ...
Nov 02, 2022•42 min•Season 2Ep. 20
Episode 5 – HIV, COVID-19 and Monkeypox This episode of the podcast focuses on the current narrative of COVID -19, Monkey pox and HIV. 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 includ...
Oct 26, 2022•43 min•Season 2Ep. 19
Episode 4 – Empowering Women Living With HIV The focus of the podcast is to explore how we empower women living with HIV In the consultation room and beyond. Jo shares with us some of the challenges women experience when accessing care and what we can do in our roles to help that. The importance of sharing of knowledge is addressed and finding ways to support people to access the care they need. Disclaimer During the episode, Juno Roche is referred to as she/her. However, Juno goes by the pronou...
Oct 19, 2022•48 min•Season 2Ep. 18
Episode 3 – HIV, Women and Sex Within the podcast we explore with Bex the very important subject of sexual pleasure for women living with HIV. Bex provides an overview of the some of the key factors that are important to consider when exploring sexual wellbeing and pleasure within the clinical consultation. Episode Guest: Rebecca (Bex) Mbewe Bex is a mentor, speaker and trainer with long standing experience of working within the HIV sector. Bex has been living well with HIV for the last 24 years...
Oct 12, 2022•24 min•Season 2Ep. 17
Episode 2 – The Development of Sexuality in Nursing Within the podcast Mark speaks candidly about the early days of the HIV epidemic and the development of sexuality in nurse education. Mark shares highlights from his career in education and research. During the conversation we discuss the future of nurse education and research with regards to exploring topic of sex and sexuality. Episode Guest: Professor Mark Hayter Mark is the current editor and chief of the Journal of clinical nurse and the H...
Oct 05, 2022•39 min•Season 2Ep. 16
Series 2 Postbag 1 – Review of Compassion Episodes and your feedback This postbag talks through some of your lovely feedback from our first episode of our second series. It also gives an update on what the HIV Matters Team have been doing over the summer. Thank you for all your feedback, we love to hear from you. If you want to get in contact our information is below. Additional Information and Links HIV in Focus https://open.spotify.com/episode/5nLv0lgrIkv0VyCxX0jjv2 National HIV Nurse Associat...
Oct 04, 2022•4 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Episode 1 – Compassionate Minds HIV Matters is back, and we have an amazing second series to share with you. This episode of HIV Matters explores with leading expert Chris Irons what compassion focused therapy is and how this theory can be applied in everyday life to enhance psychological well-being. During the course of the conversation, we explore how our brain works and ways of dealing with difficult emotions. Chris explains key concepts in a clear and user friendly way that will enable liste...
Sep 28, 2022•59 min•Season 2Ep. 15
Having listened to NHIVNA conference we felt that it was important to thank all our listeners who have spoken to us regarding our Live episodes. Links We have a website link for the delegates here - https://academicmedicaleducation.com/meeting/nurses-pharmacists-2022 , and a registration link here - https://virology.eventsair.com/nurhcf2022/reg-com https://www.nhivna.org/StudyDay6Oct2022...
Jul 20, 2022•4 min•Ep. 5
Today's episode is the final episode of the NHIVNA conference. We have a chat with some more delegates from the day and some University of Nottingham students who have attended a conference for the first time. Links: GMPNP Presents : NHS Borderlands. Greater Manchester Patients Not Passports presents us06web.zoom.us And also the website for the film: https://barelifefilms.com/ Here is the website for the Patients Not Passports campaign: https://www.patientsnotpassports.co.uk/ https://www.patient...
Jul 18, 2022•23 min•Season 1Ep. 14
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The post bag episode features comments and feedback from our listeners based on the content of the previous episodes. The postbag invites the listener to contribute to the podcast, sharing any thoughts, reflections and ideas. If you would like to get involved please see details of how to do so in the link below, Additional Information and Links HIV Matters Bookstore https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/HIVMatters How to contact the show Dr Michelle Croston@ michelle.croston@nottingham.ac.uk https://hiv-...
May 21, 2022•5 min•Season 1Ep. 4
During today's podcast I was finally able to introduce the wonderful but elusive, Producer Dan. This episode consists of us talking about our reflections on season 1 of HIV Matters and any learning opportunities we have had and tips for budding podcasters. Episode Guest Daniel is a registered nurse currently working as a Clinical Research Team Leader in a National Cancer Trial. Dan is a self taught video editor and producer of this show. He is a very valued member of the team and we are excited ...
May 11, 2022•26 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Within the podcast we explore the subject of reckless transmission and practical strategies to facilitate choice in a healthcare setting. We discuss the law into the context of HIV care and how to navigate challenging conversations in the clinical setting where issues pertaining to the law maybe relevant. Episode Guest Matthew is an honorary Professor at The University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN) and a Consultant in Sexual Health and HIV Medicine at North Cumbria Integrated Foundation Trust. A...
May 04, 2022•29 min•Season 1Ep. 10
The podcast focuses on the issues that children living with HIV experience in the UK. The importance of timely naming of HIV to children and young adults living with HIV to reduce stigma is highlighted alongside strategies for support families with difficult conversations. 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 inform...
Apr 27, 2022•23 min•Season 1Ep. 9
The podcast highlights issues women living with HIV experience during pregnancy and throughout their sexual and reproductive health. The importance of language and stigma is discussed and Angelina provides some top tips on how to support women in a clinical setting. The importance of peer support and mentoring is explored within the podcast a long with trauma informed care and holistic approaches to care delivery. Episode Guest Originally from Kenya, Angelina has over 24 years’ experience of wor...
Apr 20, 2022•41 min•Season 1Ep. 8
This podcast is brought to you by podcast host Michelle Croston who shares with you a podcast that she has been listening to an episode on ITV hub about HIV. The listeners are encouraged to share any highlights they have and are invited to join this part of the show in for series 2 Additional Information and Links https://salamandertrust.net/project/podcasts/ Diana’s decade season 1 episode 2 https://www.itv.com/hub/dianas-decades/10a0679a0002 HIV Matters Bookstore https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/H...
Apr 13, 2022•10 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Within this podcast we explore mental health in the context of HIV care we discuss this importance of language in when exploring a mental health with people living with HIV. Public awareness of mental health and access to treatment of services are discussed with a view to what is needed moving forward to provide effective person -centred care. Episode Guest David Munn is a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Mental Health and HIV Care at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital Additional Information and Links...
Apr 06, 2022•28 min•Season 1Ep. 6
The post bag episode features comments and feedback from our listeners based on the content of the previous episodes. The postbag invites the listener to contribute to the podcast, sharing any thoughts, reflections and ideas. If you would like to get involved please see details of how to do so in the link below, Additional Information and Links Joint statement of reflective practice https://www.fons.org/resources/documents/Reflective-practice-joint-statement.pdf Stephen Hart talks https://www.yo...
Mar 30, 2022•7 min•Season 1Ep. 3
The aim of the podcast is to explore the role of the Professional Nurse Advocate with regards to workforce wellbeing. The Professional Nurse Advocate (PNA) programme was launched in March 2021 towards the end of the third wave. The ambition by the Chief Nursing Officer is to support the workforce through the implementation of the PNA who can provide restorative supervision. Kyle who has recently undertaken the training gives listeners an overview of the training and provides insight into how the...
Mar 30, 2022•28 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Within the podcast we talk about NHIVNA’s Education strategy, the thinking and process behind the strategy’s development and how NHIVNA are currently implementing the strategy. John shared his thoughts on nurse education and how we develop the HIV nurses of the future. We explore practical tips on how to start a career in HIV nursing and the role of continuous professional development. Episode Guest John Mclusky is an Associate Professor in Nursing and currently Director of Professions at the Un...
Mar 23, 2022•54 min•Season 1Ep. 4
The focus of this podcast is to explore does negotiated safety have a place in HIV prevention for gay men? Negotiated safety has been defined as being the strategy of dispensing with condoms within HIV seronegative concordant regular sexual relationships under certain conditions. The current context of HIV prevention is discussed in line with PrEP and issues around psychological/emotional wellbeing in sexual health is also explored within the podcast. Episode Guest Dr Matthew Grundy-Bowers is Nu...
Mar 16, 2022•33 min•Season 1Ep. 3
The post bag episode features comments and feedback from our listeners based on the content of the previous episodes. The postbag invites the listener to contribute to the podcast, sharing any thoughts, reflections and ideas. If you would like to get involved please see details of how to do so in the link below, Additional Information and Links HIV Matters Bookstore https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/HIVMatters How to contact the show Dr Michelle Croston@ michelle.croston@nottingham.ac.uk https://hiv-...
Mar 16, 2022•10 min•Season 1Ep. 2
The post bag episode features comments and feedback from our listeners based on the content of the previous episodes. The postbag invites the listener to contribute to the podcast, sharing any thoughts, reflections and ideas. If you would like to get involved please see details of how to do so in the link below, Additional Information and Links HIV Matters Bookstore https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/HIVMatters How to contact the show Dr Michelle Croston@ michelle.croston@nottingham.ac.uk https://hiv-...
Mar 09, 2022•5 min•Ep. 1
