06/06/2011 GMT

The podcast delves into the emergence and impact of AIDS, discussing the stigmatization, discrimination, and global spread of the disease. It explores the discovery of HIV in 1983 and the development of the first blood test. The challenges and progress in HIV treatment in sub-Saharan Africa are highlighted, emphasizing timely access to anti-retroviral drugs. The impact of AIDS on the gay community during the sexual liberation era is also explored, shaping advancements in research and treatment.