The Plague in the Shadows

This episode of Reveal, in collaboration with the podcast Blindspot: The Plague in the Shadows, revisits the early days of the AIDS epidemic in America, highlighting how the initial focus on gay men led to the neglect of other affected communities, particularly women. The episode features insights from medical professionals like Dr. Lawrence K. Altman and Dr. Anthony Fauci, as well as activists like Phil Wilson, Judith Clark, and Katrina Haslip. It explores the struggles faced by women, especially those incarcerated, in getting recognition, access to treatment, and an accurate definition of AIDS that included their specific symptoms, ultimately leading to a change in the CDC's definition of AIDS and increased support for women with HIV.