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Royal throwback: Princess Diana’s visit to patients with HIV decades ago

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Royal throwback Princess Diana's visit to patients with HIV decades ago
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Let’s take a stroll down memory lane, royal style! Back in 1987, Princess Diana made waves with her visit to the London Middlesex Hospital, where she met with HIV patients. Back then, the community was deeply affected by the disease and myths about transmission were running wild, so her royal actions came ahead of her time and were revolutionary.

Shocking the 80s public, the Late Princess was photographed shaking hands with patients without wearing gloves, directly challenging the false belief that HIV could be spread through skin contact. Her visit was an important moment because it broke down stigmas associated with the disease. It also was one of the few moments when a public figure addressed HIV myths with real but heartfelt words:

“HIV does not make people dangerous to know. You can shake their hands and give them a hug. Heaven knows they need it. What’s more, you can share their homes, their workplaces, and their playgrounds and toys.”

Princess Diana’s empathetic approach and public support helped to combat the negative perceptions about patients with HIV. As we look back at this moment during the end of Pride Month, we’re reminded of Lady Di’s compassion and advocacy. She was all about using the power of kindness in the fight against discrimination.

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