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Handmade thank-you cards from our patients now brighten Mildmay’s reception—small, creative gestures expressing deep gratitude for the care they’ve received. These thoughtful tokens reflect the compassion at the heart of our work and the hope of new beginnings. Help us keep making this possible.

This year marks Mildmay’s 40th anniversary as a charitable hospital - a milestone made possible by the generosity of our supporters. For four decades, public donations have helped us provide specialist care to those most in need, often when no one else could. We simply wouldn’t be here without that support, and Payroll Giving is one of the most effective ways to ensure we’re here for the next 40 years and beyond.

Mildmay’s Consultant Psychiatrist, Rahul Bhattacharya, climbed Mount Kilimanjaro to mark a personal milestone. His successful summit of Africa’s highest peak reflects a remarkable personal achievement alongside a demanding professional career in mental health.

On Princess Diana’s birthday, we remember her extraordinary compassion and her seventeen visits to Mildmay. At a time of fear and stigma, Diana’s kindness and courage helped transform public attitudes to HIV and AIDS. Her legacy continues to inspire our mission of dignity, compassion, and care without judgement. Help us continue Diana’s legacy of compassion. Support Mildmay’s work with people living with complex HIV. Donate Now

Ruth Sims CBE, former matron and chief executive, returned to Mildmay this week. Her leadership helped shape our response to HIV and our international programmes in the 1980s and ‘90s. Her visit offered the team a moment to celebrate our progress and ongoing commitment to patient care.

Mildmay Hospital celebrated 40 years since its re-establishment as a charity with a joyful gathering of staff, volunteers, and patients. The event featured a buffet lunch, music, and heartfelt appreciation for the hospital’s pioneering HIV care and unique community spirit.

Celebrating Justine, Mildmay's HR Manager and our April/May MVP Award winner! Praised by colleagues for her kindness, support, and dedication, Justine is key to our nurturing environment and embodies the spirit of care and dedication that makes the Mildmay community so special.

Mildmay is proud to attend the 27th National HIV Nurses Association Conference, where our specialist team is sharing insights on complex HIV care, safeguarding, and rehabilitation. As we mark our 40th anniversary, we continue to champion holistic, person-centred care for people living with HIV and neurocognitive challenges. Read more about our involvement and the future of HIV nursing.

A new study from UWE Bristol, exploring the experiences of older Black African and Caribbean people living with HIV, is recruiting volunteers for a lived-experience advisory panel.

A breakthrough in HIV research was reported today, which offers a hopeful step toward a possible cure. Researchers in Melbourne have developed a new way to reveal hidden HIV in white blood cells using mRNA technology. At Mildmay, we continue to support those living with HIV while cheering on every step forward in the global effort to find a cure.

Mildmay Hospital celebrates Pride Month, upholding its tradition of inclusive care. Our history is deeply tied to the LGBTQ+ community through pioneering HIV/AIDS care, fighting stigma, and ensuring dignity for all. Recognised by the Mildmay Line, we champion the NHS principle of healthcare for everyone, committed to supporting authentic lives for patients, staff, and partners. Join us in advocating for a more equitable world!

Mildmay's art and creative wellbeing groups received a fantastic donation of speciality paper from Fedrigoni UK! Coordinated by Wishes Just For You & its founder Bill Stillman, this generous pallet of materials will support patient recovery and self-expression through art for years to come.