The neglect of LGBTQ+ individuals in clinical research has led to numerous ethical concerns that have far-reaching impacts on public health policies and medical education. This article seeks to...
The question of how access to affirming healthcare and mental health services impacts the resilience, identity formation, and well-being of LGBTQ+ individuals is an important one that has been...
Queerphobia is a term that refers to discrimination based on gender identity and sexual orientation. It can take many forms, including verbal harassment, physical violence, denial of services, and...
LGBT individuals have historically faced discrimination in many areas of society, including healthcare. This has led to a range of negative consequences for their mental and physical health, such as...
The medical pathologization of queer bodies has had significant impacts on societal attitudes, access to healthcare, and individual self-conception. Medical institutions have historically viewed...
Healthcare Systems Built Around Heteronormativity and Queer-Inclusive Structures
Healthcare systems built around heteronormativity can lead to negative impacts on access to care, treatment...
The medical community has been slow to recognize the unique needs of LGBTQ+ individuals, who often face discrimination and prejudice from within the field. This bias is known as heteronormativity,...
The United States' healthcare system has been criticized for its uneven access to medical services and treatments, which have created disproportionate impacts on marginalized communities such as the...
LGBTQ+ people have historically faced discrimination and prejudice in many areas, including healthcare. Hidden biases and misconceptions about LGBTQ+ individuals still exist in some medical settings,...
There has been growing awareness among medical professionals about the need for improved access to quality healthcare for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBT) individuals. This...