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Inside Health: World aids Day 2025: what you need to know about hiv and aids
World AIDS Day is marked every year on 1 December. It began in 1988 and is recognised worldwide by the World Health Organization (WHO). The day remembers people lost to AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome), supports people living with HIV, and reminds us that education, compassion, and prevention are central to ending AIDS. This article explains what HIV is, how it spreads, what symptoms to look out for, myths and facts, and the global aim to end AIDS by 2030. What are hiv and aids?
Finding meaning in winter: A humanist and non-religious perspective
When winter comes and the days get shorter and colder, lots of people look for ways to feel connected and happy. People who don’t follow a religion – sometimes called humanists – celebrate winter in many different ways. For thousands and thousands of years, humans have come together during the darkest part of winter. They wanted to feel hopeful that sunny days would return, to enjoy being with other people, and to have fun together.
Christmas message from the Chaplaincy team
Our Christmas story Two Christian chaplains wanted to understand what Christmas means in today’s world. They worried that the true meaning of Christmas was getting lost. So they decided to look around and see what they could find. What they found in shops First, they visited a local shop. They saw: • Father Christmas displays • Christmas trees • Decorations • Many things to buy. The shop had a Christmas message. But it was not about the birth of Jesus.
Staying safe: staying connected
Hope grows stronger when shared at Christmas / Photo by Andy Aitchison For many people the festive season is a time for reflection and connection. For those in prison, we know that being away from loved ones and friends can make this period more difficult External support networks When you come into prison, your family and friends can often feel anxious and unsure of how they can help.
Prison Reform Trust: Pre-release and resettlement services
If you are coming towards your release, you may be having conversations with staff about your resettlement back into the community. Resettlement services in prisons have changed over the years, so it can help to understand what support is available. Below we explain some of the teams and services you may hear referred to in prison when talking about resettlement. Pre-release teams (PRTs) are part of the probation service and support the work of your Community Offender Manager (COM).
Keeping Safe: Inside the walls: why prison conditions matter
When people talk about rehabilitation, the focus is often on education, programmes, or support services. But safety – and the condition of the prison itself – are just as critical. The walls, showers, heating, and communal spaces also play a major role in shaping your daily life, your mental health, and your chances of moving forward. Many prisons across the country are in poor condition. Broken showers, freezing cells, infestations, and overcrowding are common.
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