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Thousands of patients were lied to and given blood products that infected them with HIV and Hepatitis.

Doctors knowingly infected hundreds of children and then covered it up.

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Medical professionals and politicians put vulnerable patients at "unacceptable risk" the UK"s Infected Blood Inquiry report has found.

More than 30,000 people were infected with contaminated blood products administered by the NHS in the 1970s and 80s.

Join Angela Walker for a compelling, powerful and emotional discussion with Clive Smith, Chair of the Trustees of the Haemophilia Society, as we uncover the profound implications of the Infected Blood Inquiry's final report. Sir Brian Langstaff's findings reveal a scandalous decision in 1973 to license contaminated blood products, leading to preventable infections and a shocking cover-up by both medical professionals and government officials. Clive shares the deep personal and communal impact of this health crisis, emphasizing the conspiracy to conceal the truth and the failure to protect patients.

The episode delves into the government's controversial response to the reports from Sir Robert Francis and Sir Brian Langstaff concerning victim compensation. Listeners will hear about the skepticism surrounding the government's rapid overnight response, the unprecedented measures taken to ensure accountability, and the ongoing political complexities, including the calling of a general election. We also address the emotional toll on the affected community and the significance of an effective compensation scheme for the victims and their families.

Angela and Clive reflect on the historical context of the contaminated blood scandal, highlighting the political and administrative failures that perpetuated this tragedy. The conversation covers the harrowing experiences of those living with hemophilia, the tragic stories of co-infections with HIV and hepatitis C, and the broader systemic failures that allowed this disaster to occur. This episode is a testament to the resilience of the victims and their unwavering commitment to justice and patient safety.

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Two million scientific experiments were carried out on animals in the UK in 2022.

More than four thousand Beagles were among them.

Home office figures published in April 2024 show that in 2022 there were 175 cases of non-compliance to government regulations regarding the welfare of animals used in testing. More than 16,000 animals were affected. The government is promising to investigate.

MBR Acres in Cambridgeshire is a puppy farm, where beagles are bred to be tested on with toxic chemicals.

Campaigners say the practice is cruel, outdated and unnecessary. Proponents argue animal tests are essential for the advancement of science.

Outside MBR Acres is an encampment of protesters who have lived at the site for almost three years. John Curtin is one of them. He explains how they obtained footage inside the top security site - and how he's been arrested for flying a small drone over the site.

John tells us how he has seen hundreds of vans carrying dogs from site, which they have followed across the UK to their final destinations - science laboratories. He shares stories of animal rights group Animal Rising who have broken into the site and freed a number of dogs.

I invited the following parties to participate in the podcast or provide a comment. They did not.

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Minister for Science, Research and Innovation, Andrew Griffith
Professor David Main, Chair of the Animals in Science Committee
MP for Huntingdon, Jonathan Djanogly
MP for North West Cambridgeshire, Shailesh Vara


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https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/animal-testing-debate-letter-to-andrew-griffith/animal-testing-debate-letter-to-andrew-griffith-accessible

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Around 100,000 people in the UK are living with HIV.

75% of them say they face discrimination because of it. Why is that and what can be done about it?

In this podcast episode, journalist Angela Walker interviews Matthew Hodson, Executive Director of the charity aidsmap about the stigma surrounding HIV and what can be done to address it. Matthew shares his personal story of being diagnosed with HIV in 1998 and discusses the progress that has been made in HIV treatment and life expectancy. He emphasises the importance of education and dispelling myths about HIV, as well as the need for positive role models and support for people living with HIV. The conversation also touches on the global stigma of HIV and the work of aidsmap in providing information and support.

Takeaways:

Stigma surrounding HIV still exists, but progress has been made in terms of treatment and life expectancy.

Education and dispelling myths about HIV are crucial in addressing stigma.

Positive role models and support for people living with HIV are important in changing perceptions.

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