HEI 2024 LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leaders
The HEI 2024 had the most rigorous criteria ever. Yet, an impressive 384 (36%) of participants met this more challenging criteria, received the top 100 in the HEI, and earned…
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Healthy Sex Guide (La Guía de Sexo Más Seguro)
The HRC Foundation, in collaboration with Whitman-Walker Health , released an updated guide to practicing healthy sex that includes essential tips to minimize the spread of HIV and other sexually…
Healthcare Facility Search Key
In this online database of healthcare facilities, there are six different types of facilities listed.
Healthcare Facilities Search
Use this tool to find healthcare facilities near you that are evaluated in the Healthcare Equality Index. The HEI 2024 features nearly 2400 healthcare facilities nationwide, including those that actively…
Healthcare Equality Index: Default Surrogate Selection Laws
State law in the area of default surrogate decision-makers remains a patchwork that can make the implementation of policies that ensure equal treatment of LGBTQ+ patients and their families difficult.…
Healthcare Equality Index 2024
In its 16th edition, the Healthcare Equality Index (HEI) is the national LGBTQ+ benchmarking tool that evaluates healthcare facilities' policies and practices related to the equity and inclusion of their…
Health Disparities Among Bisexual People
Far too many LGBTQ+ people face bias and discrimination when seeking health care, and as we continue to work to address this critical issue, it’s imperative to address the specific…
Health Care Proxy
A health care proxy, or durable power of attorney for health care, allows you to designate another person as your agent to make health care decisions on your behalf.
Getting Expert Support and Care for Gender-Expansive Children
When a child shows signs of distress about their gender, or a family feels they could use more support in raising a gender-expansive child, it's a good idea to connect…
Get Insured - Affordable Care Act Resources for the LGBTQ+ Community
Resources for the LGBTQ+ community about the Affordable Care Act.
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