Ruth Sims Returns to Mildmay
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.
Jun 272 min read
Patients, Staff and Volunteers Celebrate 40 Years of Mildmay
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.
Jun 202 min read
Celebrating Pride Month: A Tradition of Inclusive Care at Mildmay
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!
Jun 22 min read
Have You Listened to the Mildmay Line Podcast Yet?
Why is a London train line named after a hospital? In TfL’s Mind the Gap podcast, Tim Dunn visited Mildmay to discover the story behind the Mildmay Line - meeting former patient Jason Reid, staff, and uncovering a legacy of care that continues today.
May 292 min read
Mildmay on the Map: TfL's New Book, The New London Overground lines
TfL’s new book, The New London Overground Lines, celebrates the renaming of the network’s six lines, including the Mildmay line. It beautifully documents the process of consultation and storytelling that shaped each name. It highlights Mildmay’s founding during the 1866 cholera outbreak, its groundbreaking role as Europe’s first dedicated HIV/AIDS hospital in the late 1980s, and our continued evolution as a specialist hospital working hand in hand with the NHS.
May 143 min read
Mildmay at the BHIVA Spring Conference 2025 – Leading the Way in HIV Rehabilitation
Mildmay Hospital took part in the 2025 BHIVA Spring Conference at the historic Brighton Dome, presenting new research on HIV-related rehabilitation. Our clinical team shared insights on comorbidities and physiotherapy outcomes for people living with HIV, while our stand welcomed healthcare professionals and advocates from across the sector.
Apr 292 min read
