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What It Was Really Like on Oxford Street During the HIV Crisis

What It Was Really Like on Oxford Street During the HIV Crisis6 days ago35 min

Greg Johnson reflects on working as a pharmacist on Sydney's Oxford Street during the HIV AIDS history. Greg served a community facing uncertainty, stigma, and loss. This episode explores the vital role of pharmacy community care in providing support beyond just prescriptions, as patients sought trust and a listening ear during a time of immense struggle. We also discuss the medical shift that occurred roughly 30 years ago when the introduction of antiviral therapy changed the course of the...