Healthcare system inequalities are major concerns for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning plus (LGBTQ+) community. In this article, I will explore how healthcare systems can...
The issue of disparities in medical treatment between LGBTQ+ people and non-LGBTQ+ people has been widely recognized in recent years. Healthcare professionals have increasingly acknowledged that...
Healthcare professionals play an important role in providing equitable medical care to all individuals regardless of their gender identity or sexual orientation. They are expected to treat every...
The history of medicine has been fraught with controversy and conflict over the treatment of various groups of people deemed "deviant" or outside the norm. One such group that has faced particular...
The practice of sterilizing individuals deemed "deviant" based on their gender or sexual identity is an unethical and horrifying chapter in medical history that continues to have significant...
There has been growing recognition of the need for healthcare and social services to be more inclusive and accessible to marginalized communities, including LGBTQ+ individuals. Interventions such as...
The healthcare system has historically been known to discriminate against lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, plus (+) individuals due to societal norms and beliefs. Prejudice towards this...
Healthcare providers have a responsibility to provide high quality care to all patients regardless of their gender identity or sexual orientation. Queer people may face unique challenges when it...
In some medical settings, there may be pressure to conform to certain norms and expectations regarding sexual orientation, including those related to bisexuality. This can make it challenging for...
The LGBTQ+ community is often faced with significant challenges when it comes to accessing adequate health care services. This paper will explore the underlying factors that contribute to this...