LGBTQ+ people have historically faced discrimination and prejudice in many areas, including healthcare. Hidden biases and misconceptions about LGBTQ+ individuals still exist in some medical settings,...
Queerness and healthcare systems: Heteronormativity's harmful effects
The notion that heterosexuality is normal is deeply embedded in societal norms, institutions, and policies. This includes the...
Systemic biases within healthcare institutions have been present for decades, but they are particularly harmful when it comes to LGBTQ patients who face unique challenges in accessing quality care....
Systemic healthcare inequalities affect all marginalized groups in society, but the impact on LGBTQ+ individuals is particularly severe. These disparities are due to various factors such as stigma,...
There has been an increased focus on issues surrounding LGBT rights and access to healthcare.
Despite progress made towards greater acceptance and inclusion of LGBT individuals in many societies,...
The term "queer" refers to sexual orientation or gender identity that does not conform to traditional societal norms, such as heterosexuality and cisgender. Queer people may identify as lesbian, gay,...
There has been growing awareness among medical professionals about the need for improved access to quality healthcare for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBT) individuals. This...
The United States is among the countries that have made great strides towards recognizing and protecting the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people.
Even with these...
Due to recent advances in science and technology, it is now possible for men to get pregnant and give birth. This has led to new challenges and opportunities for both individuals and society. There...
There has been an increased focus on the issue of implicit biases in healthcare settings, particularly regarding members of marginalized communities such as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender (LGBT)...