Jeff Sheehy

Jeff Sheehy, a long-time AIDS activist and first openly HIV+ member of the SF Board of Supervisors, joins infectious disease expert Monica Gandhi from UCSF and Jennifer Kates of KFF. They discuss the evolution of HIV treatment from a death sentence to manageable conditions. The guests reflect on historical activism, examine the impact of funding cuts on AIDS research, and emphasize the need for continued advocacy and community support. Personal stories highlight the resilience of communities and the ongoing fight against stigma.