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The man who inspired Britain's first Aids charity

The man who inspired Britain's first Aids charity

In 1982, Terrence Higgins became the first known British victim of HIV/AIDS.

Witness History · BBC World Service

November 28, 20188m 57s

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Show Notes

In 1982, Terrence Higgins became the first known British victim of a frightening new disease called HIV/AIDS. In his memory, his friends set up the Terrence Higgins Trust - now Europe's leading charity in the area. Simon Watts talks to his former partner, Dr Rupert Whitaker.

PHOTO: Terrence Higgins (Courtesy: Dr Rupert Whitaker)