Lgbtq+ Health Concerns

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Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Health CDC

(Just Now) WebPeople who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender (LGBT) are members of every community. They are diverse, come from all walks of life, and include people of all races and ethnicities, all ages, all socioeconomic statuses, and from all parts of the country. The …

https://www.cdc.gov/lgbthealth/index.htm

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7 LGBTQIA+ Health Disparities: Impact, Tips for Allies, Support

(8 days ago) WebThere are a number of factors at play, such as higher rates of behavioral health issues, lower rates of insurance coverage, a lack of cultural competence in the …

https://www.healthline.com/health/lgbtq-health-disparities

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Health disparities affecting LGBTQ+ populations - PMC

(3 days ago) WebThis includes elevated rates of suicidal ideation and behavior, depression, anxiety, and higher rates of alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, and polysubstance use. …

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9184722/

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LGBTQ+ Communities and Mental Health

(Just Now) WebYounger members of the LGBTQ+ community struggle the most with mental health concerns of all the age groups. Most LGBTQ+ individuals are incredibly resilient and will …

https://www.mhanational.org/issues/lgbtq-communities-and-mental-health

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Mental health challenges of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender

(3 days ago) WebWith regards to specific mental health problems, the consensus study of the Institute of Medicine (2011:4) found that LGB youth are at increased risk of suicidal …

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7876969/

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LGBT - Healthy People 2030 health.gov

(5 days ago) WebHealthy People 2030 supports improving the health and well-being of LGBT populations through health behavior objectives, objectives to address systemic problems, and …

https://health.gov/healthypeople/objectives-and-data/browse-objectives/lgbt

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Health and Access to Care and Coverage LGBT …

(9 days ago) WebMore than half of medical schools and public health school curricula lack instruction about the health concerns of LGBT people beyond work related to HIV/AIDS. 71, 72 However, the medical

https://www.kff.org/report-section/health-and-access-to-care-and-coverage-lgbt-individuals-in-the-us-health-challenges/

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LGBT+ People’s Health Status and Access to Care - KFF

(3 days ago) WebMore than nine in ten (93%) LGBT+ people saw a doctor or health care provider in the past two years but fewer than three-quarters (73%) of this group had a …

https://www.kff.org/report-section/lgbt-peoples-health-status-and-access-to-care-issue-brief/

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Health disparities affecting LGBTQ+ populations

(Just Now) WebAt this point, LGBTQ+-related health disparities and their link to stigma are well-established. What lags is the implementation of promising strategies to …

https://www.nature.com/articles/s43856-022-00128-1

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Health Inequities in LGBT People and Nursing Interventions to …

(3 days ago) WebHealth disparities were detected in the LGBT community, which exhibited higher rates of mental health problems, substance abuse, risky sexual behaviours, self …

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8624572/

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HHS Reports on the health of LGBTQI+ Americans HHS.gov

(6 days ago) WebPrevious HHS Reports on LGBTQI+ Health. 2016-2020 Strategic Plan to Advance Research on the Health and Well-being of Sexual and Gender Minorities. Annual reports …

https://www.hhs.gov/programs/topic-sites/lgbtqi/reports/index.html

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Patient Safety Concerns and the LGBTQ+ Population PSNet

(9 days ago) WebCollecting SOGI information in electronic health records (EHRs) is one recommendation that may improve the quality of care provided and shed light on the …

https://psnet.ahrq.gov/perspective/patient-safety-concerns-and-lgbtq-population

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Rural LGBTQ+ Americans Face Health Disparities, But Communities

(8 days ago) WebMany advancements in LGBTQ+ rights and equality have been made in recent decades, but more work is needed to ensure representation and health equity for …

https://www.healthaffairs.org/content/forefront/rural-lgbtq-americans-face-health-disparities-but-communities-revealed-strengths

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Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2024 Healthcare Equality …

(8 days ago) WebTargeted Health Disparities Reduction Plans: shedding light on inequity and deepening the public’s understanding of LGBTQ+ issues, with a clear focus on …

https://www.hrc.org/press-releases/human-rights-campaign-foundations-2024-healthcare-equality-index-reveals-policy-progress-and-gaps-for-lgbtq-inclusion-in-healthcare-facilities-nationwide

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LGBTQ+ Youth LGBT Health CDC

(Just Now) WebExperiences with Violence. LGBTQ+ high school students experience more violence than their heterosexual peers—both at school and at home. LGBQ+ youth consistently report …

https://www.cdc.gov/lgbthealth/youth.htm

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Cancer Disparities Among LGBTQ+ People - NCI

(7 days ago) WebLGBTQ+ people face disparities across all aspects of cancer and cancer care. Researchers are working with LGBTQ+ communities to better understand and …

https://dceg.cancer.gov/news-events/news/2024/cancer-disparities-lgbtq-people

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The Mental Health of LGBTQ+ Young People with Disabilities

(7 days ago) WebAdditionally, our data revealed that LGBTQ+ young people with disabilities reported higher rates of mental health concerns in comparison to their peers without …

https://www.thetrevorproject.org/research-briefs/the-mental-health-of-lgbtq-young-people-with-disabilities/

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HEI 2024 LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leaders - Human Rights …

(2 days ago) WebThe Human Rights Campaign reports on news, events and resources of the Human Rights Campaign Foundation that are of interest to the general public and further our …

https://www.hrc.org/resources/hei-2024-lgbtq-healthcare-equality-leaders

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Health Care Disparities Among Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and …

(3 days ago) WebDepression and suicidal risk among discriminated LGBT youth. Sexual minority adolescents report a greater incidence of mental health issues such as …

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5478215/

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DCF LGBTQIA+ Resources - The Official Web Site for The State of …

(1 days ago) WebHormone therapy and surgical procedures are offered to support the transition of transgender patients. Ph: 1-833-BH-PROUD (1-833-247-7683) QSpot LGBT Community …

https://www.nj.gov/dcf/adolescent/lgbtqi/

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Cancer Care Challenges Among Sexual & Gender Minority People

(1 days ago) WebSexual and gender minority (SGM) people who are being treated for cancer may experience certain challenges. In this Q&A, Gwendolyn Quinn, Ph.D., a health …

https://www.cancer.gov/news-events/cancer-currents-blog/2024/cancer-care-challenges-lgbtq-plus-people

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NJ hospitals expand LGBTQ+ health care amid hormone concern

(5 days ago) WebAt least 40% of patients at AtlantiCare's LGBTQ+ Health Center in Atlantic City are in "the process of their transgender journey," many with hormone treatments, …

https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/health/2023/06/26/nj-hospitals-expand-lgbtq-health-care-hormone-treatment/70337979007/

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LGBTQ+ youth are not okay as politics takes its toll on mental …

(3 days ago) WebPolitics is taking its toll: 90% of LGBTQ+ youth said their well-being was negatively impacted by recent politics.In last year’s survey, one-third of respondents said …

https://www.fastcompany.com/91115935/lgbtq-youth-mental-health-well-being-2024-trevor-project

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Cultural Competence in the Care of LGBTQ Patients

(5 days ago) WebHealth content relevant to the LGBTQ community should be included in health professions curricula. Issues of Concern Learning to care for members of the …

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK563176/

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Why Companies Must Recommit to the Fight for LGBTQ+ Rights

(1 days ago) WebOver the last 20 years, there have been dramatic gains for LGBTQ+ rights in the U.S.: gay, queer, and trans individuals fought for and won equal treatment at work, …

https://hbr.org/2024/05/why-companies-must-recommit-to-the-fight-for-lgbtq-rights

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New Bergen County office connects LGBTQ+ people with services

(Just Now) WebThe public can contact the Bergen County Office of LGBTQ+ Services by phone at 201-336-6008 or by email at [email protected]. Staff are available …

https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/bergen/2023/10/12/new-bergen-county-office-connects-lgbtq-people-with-services/71146723007/

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