Sexual health is an essential aspect of one's overall physical and mental well-being, yet it remains undervalued within many marginalized communities. For queer people, this can be particularly...
Queer perspectives have challenged dominant models of medical epistemology by emphasizing the importance of lived experience, embodied knowledge, and marginalized standpoints in understanding health...
Queer perspectives on medical resource allocation can provide valuable insights for ethical decision making in contexts of scarcity and structural inequity. In recent years, there has been growing...
Institutional Reforms Needed for Queerphobia Dismantling in Healthcare
Queerphobia is an issue that has plagued the medical industry for decades, resulting in poor care for queer individuals...
Healthcare is an important aspect of life that ensures good physical and mental health for individuals.
There are challenges faced by some people who identify as queer when it comes to accessing...
Queer elders are an increasingly recognized population within society that often face unique challenges related to their identity, including issues surrounding healthcare, housing, and support...
The concept of "preventative healthcare" refers to measures that individuals take to maintain their physical and mental wellbeing before illness occurs. This includes regular checkups with doctors,...
The concept of time is fundamental to all aspects of human existence. It shapes our understanding of ourselves and the world around us, informing how we structure our lives, make decisions, and...
Anticipation of Prejudice in Medical Settings
Queer-identifying students experience significant emotional distress when they expect discrimination from healthcare providers due to their gender...
Queerphobia is a form of discrimination based on nonconforming gender identities and sexual orientations, which is common in medical settings. It is often expressed through explicit behaviors such as...