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HIV

HIV

By: Quiet. Please
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 HIV - Then, Now, Next explores the history, science, treatment, and human stories behind HIV—from its mysterious beginnings to the global movement for a cure. Through powerful narratives and expert insight, it sheds light on how far we’ve come—and how far we still have to go. For more thought-provoking and engaging podcasts, visit: https://www.quietperiodplease.com/

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Episodes
  • Treatment & Transformation

    Treatment & Transformation
    Jun 23 2025
    This episode chronicles the remarkable journey from HIV as a death sentence to a manageable chronic condition. Julia covers the desperate early years, the breakthrough arrival of AZT, the revolution of combination therapy, and today's sophisticated treatments that require just one pill daily. She explores game-changing prevention tools like PrEP and PEP, the concept of "Undetectable = Untransmittable," and persistent challenges around treatment access and health disparities.

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    29 mins
  • The Science Behind the Virus

    The Science Behind the Virus
    Jun 23 2025
    Julia Cartwright breaks down the complex biology of HIV, explaining how this retrovirus hijacks our immune system by targeting CD4+ T cells. She explores HIV's unique ability to integrate into human DNA, the difference between HIV and AIDS, how the virus spreads (and doesn't spread), and the major scientific breakthroughs that helped researchers understand this formidable pathogen. From viral structure to genetic diversity, this episode makes cutting-edge virology accessible to everyone.

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    26 mins
  • The Early Days – A Mysterious Illness

    The Early Days – A Mysterious Illness
    Jun 20 2025
    Join Professor Julia Cartwright as she takes us back to the harrowing early days of the AIDS epidemic in 1981-1982, when a mysterious illness began devastating young, healthy men across major American cities. This gripping episode explores the medical detective work that unfolded as doctors like Michael Gottlieb at UCLA documented the first cases of what would become one of history's most significant health crises. From the initial puzzling symptoms and immune system collapse to the emergence of stigma and fear that spread faster than the virus itself, Cartwright reveals how the scientific community grappled with an unknown enemy while marginalized communities faced unprecedented discrimination. Discover the human stories behind the statistics, the courage of early advocates like Larry Kramer, and the tragic consequences of governmental neglect during those crucial first years when every day mattered in the race to understand this devastating syndrome. Ready for more thought-provoking content that makes complex topics accessible and engaging? Explore our full collection of captivating podcasts at https://www.quietperiodplease.com/ where science, history, and human stories come together in ways that will keep you coming back for more.

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    19 mins

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