There is a common perception that people who experience discrimination in healthcare also suffer from poor access to quality medical services. This perception can be attributed to the fact that some...
Can the philosophy of care serve as a moral foundation for addressing inequities in healthcare and mental health services?
The answer to this question is yes. The philosophy of care can provide a...
The biases that medical professionals have towards their patients are often hidden and unconscious.
They can still cause significant harm to those who seek treatment. In this article, we will...
The issue of discrimination against lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) individuals is well documented in various sectors, including employment, education, housing, healthcare, and more....
1. Introduction to Healthcare Providers and Confidentiality
Healthcare providers are medical professionals who provide care for patients. They may be doctors, nurses, physicians' assistants, or...
In many countries around the world, individuals who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, intersex, or any non-heterosexual orientation or gender identity (LGBTQ) face...
The experience of being isolated and lonely is common amongst all individuals but is particularly prevalent for older members of the LGBTQ+ community. There are several factors that contribute to...
Medical Interventions for Gender Transition
The idea that biological sex is fixed at birth and immutable is false. Sex characteristics can vary greatly from person to person and change throughout...
The study of LGBTQ+ healthcare access has become increasingly important in recent years due to the widespread recognition of the unique challenges faced by this community in accessing quality care....
The concept of bodily autonomy is one that has been debated for centuries in medical ethics. It refers to the right of individuals to make decisions about their own bodies without external influence,...