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Festive Opening Hours Update
As the holiday season approaches, please note that Waverley Care offices will be closed from 20th December to 5th January (inclusive).
News
We regularly update our news page with blogs, research, policy updates and good news stories.
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Scottish government commits to further action
On World AIDS Day 2024, Scotland takes another bold step toward ending new HIV transmission by 2030 – but stigma continues to overshadow medical progress, with nearly half of Scots saying they would feel ashamed to disclose an HIV-positive status
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Steven’s Story: The power of peer support and community
Steven, a Support Worker in Glasgow, shares his journey in the hope of inspiring others to put people first when they receive an HIV diagnosis.
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Update on Waverley Care’s Highland and Argyll and Bute services
NHS Highland has recently completed a detailed review of its contract with Waverley Care and explored their options for the future delivery of these services.
Putting People First
This World AIDS Day, Putting People First reminds us that while we’ve come a long way, there is still much work to do to ensure everyone living with HIV feels supported, valued, and understood.
Beyond the virus: Prioritising mental health
A new report, ‘Beyond the Virus: Prioritising mental health for people living with HIV in Scotland’, has uncovered critical gaps in mental health care for people living with HIV across Scotland, and highlights urgent actions needed by the Scottish Government.
MSPs Take HIV Tests at Scottish Parliament to Help End HIV Stigma
MSPs took rapid HIV tests at the Scottish Parliament today, with Waverley Care and Terrace Higgins Trust staff, to tackle stigma and highlighted the need for a National HIV Testing Week.
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2024
Waverley Care is delighted to announce another record-breaking year at the Edinburg Festival Fringe
Gilded Balloon & Waverley Care Celebrate Pink Wednesday
We are thrilled and honoured to be the charity partner of Gilded Balloon's 'Pink Wednesday' 2024!
World Hepatitis Day 2024: It’s Time for Action
This year's theme, "It's Time for Action," emphasises the urgent need for a collaborative and holistic approach to increasing access to hepatitis diagnosis and treatment while supporting people living with hepatitis.
UK Infected Blood Inquiry
The Infected Blood Inquiry was established to examine the circumstances in which men, women and children treated by the NHS between 1970 and early 1990s were given infected blood and infected blood products.
Criterion Challenge Event
Since 2019, Waverley Care have been the proud charity partner of Criterion. This year they embark on a new and exciting challenge to raise vital funds for Waverley Care by cycling and walking the North Coast and Castles route all the way from Edinburgh Castle to Aberdeen.
The Equalities, Human Rights and Civil Justice Committee
Our Policy and Research Manager, Gabrielle King gave evidence to the Equalities, Human Rights and Civil Justice Committee at the Scottish Parliament about HIV stigma and ending new transmission by 2030.
Love From the Pink Palace
Discover the profound impact of the Channel 4’s most watched drama series - It’s A Sin, and inspiring activism of Jill Nalder, as she uncovers the true story of her life in her debut book Love From the Pink Palace.
Christmas & New Year Closures
As we wind down for the festive period, many of our staff and services will be taking a well-deserved break after a busy year so we just wanted to let you all know our plans for closure during this time.
Scottish Government recommit to #GetToZero by 2030
Scottish Government commit to ensuring every person has good sexual health and blood borne virus care, but must act now