In societies around the world, there are various social constructs that perpetuate discrimination against individuals who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or any other...
What are some common examples of hidden discrimination that LGBT individuals face in healthcare? One example is when medical providers refuse to provide care due to personal beliefs about sexual...
In the United States, there is widespread discrimination against members of the LGBTQ+ community, including denying them access to medical care. This denial can be attributed to various factors such...
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...
We will discuss the topic of queer health experiences and their role in medical research. We will explore the ways that the erasure of these experiences has impacted policy and practice, examine how...
Healthcare systems have an important role to play in promoting inclusivity for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and other sexual minorities (LGBTQ) individuals. By implementing...
Queerness encompasses all non-heterosexual identities, including lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, asexual, pansexual, aromantic, polyamorous, demisexual, and others. Queerness is...
There has been an increasing focus on ensuring that healthcare services are accessible to all individuals regardless of their race, gender identity, socioeconomic status, age, disability, or...
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...
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...