Terrence Higgins Trust
Terrence Higgins Trust is a British charity that was established in 1982, named in memory of Terrence Higgins, one of the first people in the United Kingdom known to have died from AIDS. The Trust is the largest voluntary sector provider of HIV and sexual health services in the UK, offering support, information, and advice services for those living with HIV and sexually transmitted infections (STIs), as well as campaigning for their rights.
History[edit | edit source]
The Terrence Higgins Trust was founded in 1982 by Higgins' partner Rupert Whitaker, Martyn Butler, and a group of Higgins' friends. Their initial aim was to provide a support network for those affected by HIV and AIDS, at a time when little was known about the disease and stigma was high. The Trust has since grown to become a leading charity in the field of HIV and sexual health, advocating for public health policies that support prevention, treatment, and care.
Services[edit | edit source]
The Terrence Higgins Trust offers a wide range of services across the UK, including:
- HIV testing and STI screening
- Counselling and support services for people living with HIV
- Information and advice on sexual health and HIV
- Campaigning on issues related to HIV and sexual health
- Education and training on HIV and sexual health for professionals and the public
Campaigns[edit | edit source]
The Trust has been involved in numerous campaigns aimed at raising awareness of HIV and sexual health, reducing stigma, and influencing public health policy. These have included campaigns for wider access to Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), improvements in sexual health services, and the fight against HIV-related discrimination.
Impact[edit | edit source]
The Terrence Higgins Trust has played a significant role in the fight against HIV and AIDS in the UK. Through its services and campaigns, the Trust has contributed to increased awareness and understanding of HIV, improved access to treatment and care, and a reduction in the stigma associated with the disease.
See Also[edit | edit source]
 | This article about a philanthropic or charitable organization is a stub. You can help WikiMD by expanding it. |
Search WikiMD
Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD
|
WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia |
| Let Food Be Thy Medicine Medicine Thy Food - Hippocrates |
Translate this page: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
தமிழ்,
తెలుగు,
Urdu,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
বাংলা
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
Greek,
português do Brasil,
polski,
română,
русский,
Nederlands,
norsk,
svenska,
suomi,
Italian
Middle Eastern & African
عربى,
Turkish,
Persian,
Hebrew,
Afrikaans,
isiZulu,
Kiswahili,
Other
Bulgarian,
Hungarian,
Czech,
Swedish,
മലയാളം,
मराठी,
ਪੰਜਾਬੀ,
ગુજરાતી,
Portuguese,
Ukrainian
Medical Disclaimer: WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. The information on WikiMD is provided as an information resource only, may be incorrect, outdated or misleading, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes. Please consult your health care provider before making any healthcare decisions or for guidance about a specific medical condition. WikiMD expressly disclaims responsibility, and shall have no liability, for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffered as a result of your reliance on the information contained in this site. By visiting this site you agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, which may from time to time be changed or supplemented by WikiMD. If you do not agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, you should not enter or use this site. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.
Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD
