Creating a friendly healthcare environment for LGBTQIA+ patients

Nursing. 2023 Jan 1;53(1):34-38. doi: 10.1097/01.NURSE.0000903984.79871.c3.

Abstract

Persons who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or Questioning, Intersex, and Asexual (LGBTQIA+) are diverse in gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, race and ethnicity, and socioeconomic status. They face unique disparities in healthcare. This article discusses how to create a welcoming healthcare environment for these individuals.

MeSH terms

  • Bisexuality
  • Female
  • Health Facilities
  • Healthcare Disparities
  • Homosexuality, Female*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Sexual and Gender Minorities*
  • Transgender Persons*