There is no doubt that cisnormativity has played a significant role in shaping our modern medical system. As defined by the Oxford Dictionary, cisnormativity refers to "the assumption that all people...
The issue of confidentiality in healthcare is an important one for all patients, but it can become particularly challenging when it comes to LGBTQ patients. In some countries, being open about one's...
LGBTQ people may face different challenges in maintaining health care confidentiality depending on their identities and geographical location.
Some countries prohibit same-sex marriage and...
The systemic denial of healthcare to LGBTQ+ individuals is a reflection of broader patterns of state-sanctioned discrimination and social exclusion that have been present throughout history. For many...
Healthcare is an essential aspect of human life that requires professional expertise for diagnosis, treatment, prevention, rehabilitation, palliative care, and health promotion.
Many people from...
The topic of healthcare for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) individuals is one that has been subject to much debate within medical circles in recent years. While there are many...
There has been an increased recognition of the need for better access to healthcare services for queer populations around the world.
Despite these efforts, significant gaps remain in terms of...
Hidden Biases in Healthcare and LGBT Patients
LGBT patients face unique challenges when seeking medical care due to societal prejudices. These challenges include implicit and explicit biases...
The medical community is faced with many challenges when it comes to providing care for LGBTQ patients. These challenges arise from both within the profession itself, as well as outside forces such...
The historical pathologization and medicalization of homosexuality have had a profound impact on contemporary societal attitudes, healthcare practices, and ethical frameworks relating to queer...