Tag: HIV/AIDS
Edinburgh Art Festival 2023 – Blood, Sweat & Tears: Scotland’s HIV Story
From the mid-1980s to the mid-1990s, the HIV virus swept through Edinburgh and the Lothians; by 1988 the area had an AIDS infection rate of seven times the national average.In 1986, Muirhouse GP Dr...
Letter from Scotland
I came across a slip of paper in an old book, the other day, which simply said: “Books, which Miss AP Thomas will collect tonight.” It was written in beautiful, old-fashioned handwriting and probably...
Monday in Edinburgh – What’s On Today
Animal Art: new mosaics, lino-cuts and monoprints from artist Freya Levy. Private view tonight 6-8pm, Glass & Thompson, 2 Dundas Street. Refreshments provided! Exhibition continues until Christmas: read The Edinburgh Reporter's article about Freya's work here.National Museum...
What’s On in Edinburgh this week
Lots of Christmassy things this week, from craft fairs to carols and music to markets - but if the very thought of anything festive sends you running from the room, fear not - there...
Monday in Edinburgh – What’s On Today
Delighters: Hula Hooping - taster session. For ages 14+, beginners or beginners + - session will be tailored to the abilities of the participants. 6.30-7.30pm, Forest Centre +, 38 Castle Terrace. Free but booking required: email...
What’s On in Edinburgh this week
MONDAY 17TH NOVEMBER 2014Delighters: Hula Hooping - taster session. For ages 14+, beginners or beginners + - session will be tailored to the abilities of the participants. 6.30-7.30pm, Forest Centre +, 38 Castle Terrace....
Edinburgh MP in international discussion on HIV/AIDS
Mark Lazarowicz, MP for Edinburgh North & Leith, took part in a discussion yesterday on policy both in Scotland and internationally on HIV/AIDS and measures to combat discrimination.The meeting entitled 'Scotland is positive' at...
