Blindspot
Introducing Blindspot: The Plague in the Shadows
Jan 11, 2024
This podcast explores the origins and stigma of HIV during the late 1970s and 80s in New York City, where drugs and poverty allowed for its spread. It also reflects on the rising number of children with HIV/AIDS and advocacy for marginalized groups.
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- Neglect from authorities in 1970s and 80s New York City allowed for the spread of HIV amidst violent drugs and poverty.
- Despite fear and stigma, doctors and activists in New York City worked to address the HIV and AIDS epidemic, inclusive of all affected populations.
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The Neglect and Manufactured Problems in 1970s and 80s New York City
In the late 1970s and 80s, New York City faced dangerous conditions characterized by violent drugs and poverty. Neglect from authorities resulted in a high number of disappearances, leaving people wondering what happened to them. Additionally, this neglect provided a fertile ground for the spread of a new deadly virus, HIV. Misinformation and disinformation surrounding HIV and AIDS, including the belief that it only affected gay men, added to the challenges. This environment led to fear, stigma, and ignorance about the virus.
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