Research has found that marginalized elderly LGBTQ+ individuals face unique challenges in accessing care and support that may affect their physical and mental health outcomes. Older adults are more...
Healthcare is essential to ensure that people receive proper medical care when they are ill. It also ensures that individuals who need preventative care can get it before their condition...
Healthcare denials have been a persistent issue in many countries around the world for decades, affecting millions of people from all walks of life. These denials can lead to serious consequences...
Elderly people from marginalized communities who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender (LGBT) face significant challenges when it comes to their healthcare, housing, and overall quality...
Stigma manifestation in heteronormative medical systems
In many medical settings, there is a prevalence of heteronormativity – an assumption that heterosexuality is the norm. This can lead to the...
The purpose of this article is to explore how structural inequities in healthcare for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, nonbinary, agender, bigender, pansexual,...
Mental health disparities have been a persistent issue that has affected people from all walks of life for centuries. Despite advancements in medicine and technology, it still remains a significant...
Gender-Affirming Care
Gender-affirming care refers to medical and psychological treatment for individuals who identify themselves outside of their assigned birth gender. This includes hormone...
How has historical medical pathologization of homosexuality shaped contemporary societal attitudes, stigma, and healthcare practices, and what lessons can be drawn for future policy and...
To provide quality care for patients of all gender identities and sexual orientations, it is essential that healthcare professionals receive adequate training in cultural sensitivity and inclusivity....