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LGBTQ+ Health Disparities

LGBTQ+ health disparities refer to the significant differences in health outcomes and access to healthcare experienced by individuals who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or other sexual and gender minorities, compared to their heterosexual and cisgender counterparts. These disparities often arise from a combination of social, economic, and environmental factors, including stigma, discrimination, and inadequate healthcare resources.

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LGBTQ+ health disparities are significant differences in health outcomes and access to healthcare that affect LGBTQ+ individuals compared to their heterosexual and cisgender peers. These disparities arise from various factors, including stigma, discrimination, and social determinants of health, lead...

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Key Terms

LGBTQ+
An acronym for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning, and others.

Example: The LGBTQ+ community advocates for equal rights.

Health Disparities
Differences in health outcomes and access to healthcare among different populations.

Example: Health disparities exist between LGBTQ+ individuals and heterosexual individuals.

Mental Health
A person's emotional, psychological, and social well-being.

Example: Mental health issues are prevalent in the LGBTQ+ community.

Chronic Illness
A long-lasting health condition that can be controlled but not cured.

Example: HIV is a chronic illness that affects many in the LGBTQ+ community.

Social Determinants of Health
Conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work, and age that affect health outcomes.

Example: Social determinants can lead to health disparities.

Stigma
A mark of disgrace associated with a particular circumstance, quality, or person.

Example: Stigma can prevent LGBTQ+ individuals from seeking healthcare.

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Key Concepts

Health AccessMental HealthChronic IllnessSocial Determinants