The human body is a source of both pleasure and pain, yet it often feels as if we must choose between them. The medical institution was built to cure and correct what is seen as broken about the...
There has been growing recognition of the need to address healthcare disparities faced by LGBTQ+ individuals in both developed and developing nations. These disparities are often caused by a...
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...
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...
The issue of health disparities between the LGBTQ+ community and cisgender heterosexual individuals has been a topic of discussion for decades. This is due to the fact that there are various social...
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...
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...
Despite advancements in healthcare systems worldwide, discriminatory practices remain prevalent in some countries, including the United States. This article examines various mechanisms that...