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Fear of discrimination causes many LGBTQ+ people to avoid seeking care. And when they do get treatment, studies have shown that LGBTQ+ people are often not treated with the respect or cultural competence that all patients deserve. Through pioneering efforts such as the Healthcare Equality Index and the new Long-Term Care Equality Index, HRC is dedicated to improving healthcare for LGBTQ+ people and their families.
As we continue to navigate the global pandemic, HRC has made strong efforts to connect LGBTQ+ folks with public education and health information related to the coronavirus. Our community faces unique challenges due to its economic and health care situations. Take a look at “The LGBTQ Community and COVID-19” for more information.
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¿Es la PEP adecuada para mí?
PEP es la abreviatura de Profilaxis Postexposición. Es una estrategia de prevención del VIH que consiste en tomar medicamentos contra el VIH inmediatamente después de un único acontecimiento de alto…
Why UT Southwestern & Children's Health Received the 25 Point Deduction in the HEI 2022
Since 2017, the Healthcare Equality Index (HEI) has scored participants based on criteria in four core sections that reflect the number of policies and best practices from each section each…
Why Mercy San Juan Medical Center Received the 25 Point Deduction in the HEI 2022
Since 2017, the Healthcare Equality Index (HEI) has scored participants based on criteria in four core sections that reflect the number of policies and best practices from each section each…
Why Johns Hopkins Hospital Received the 25 point deduction in the HEI
The Healthcare Equality Index 2017 used new scoring criteria that were announced in 2015 and implemented during the 2016 calendar year survey. For the first time ever, HEI participants were…
What to Do If Your Provider Says "No" to PrEP
One in three healthcare providers has not even heard about PrEP, which means you could encounter some resistance if your clinician doesn’t have all of the facts. Here are some…
What To Do If You Experience Discrimination
The LGBTQ+ community is more likely to experience discrimination in healthcare settings than our non-LGBTQ+ counterparts – learn about steps you can take if you aren’t treated fairly.
Understanding the Intersex Community
“You are human; you are whole. You are normal. Intersex is normal...We love you, and you are not alone.” - Former HRC Foundation Youth Ambassador Jahni Leggette (she/they)
This resource…
Understanding the Asexual Community
What Does It Mean to be Asexual?
Asexual, often called “ace” for short, refers to a complete or partial lack of sexual attraction or lack of interest in sexual activity…
Understanding Intimate Partner Violence in the LGBTQ+ Community
Last updated November 4,2022
Content Warning:
This resource discusses issues of intimate partner violence (IPV) that some readers may find sensitive. If you are experiencing IPV, please visit the CDC’s…
Understanding Disability in the LGBTQ+ Community
Last updated: 8/12/2022
Disability refers to conditions that impair the body or mind and make it more difficult or impossible to do certain activities or functions of daily living. The…
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