American Cancer Society’s Post

Access to quality, inclusive care is key to the prevention and treatment of cancer in LGBTQ+ communities. The American Cancer Society has published an article about how cancer impacts these communities in Cancer, an international journal. Read more about the challenges and barriers these individuals face in accessing the care they need: https://lnkd.in/ejfuJVrR More: https://lnkd.in/ew2asJig

In honor of celebrating Pride month please take the time to read the American Cancer Society release, “Cancer in People who Identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or Gender-nonconforming (LGBTQ+).” The first-of-its-kind article provides the latest statistics on the prevalence of cancer screening and modifiable risk factors in LGBTQ+ populations, as well as a review of literature on cancer occurrence and obstacles to cancer prevention and treatment. --> https://buff.ly/3VghN7B

Advance your ability to provide inclusive and comprehensive care to LGBTQ+ patients. This course goes beyond clinical knowledge, enhancing your understanding and appreciation of the cultural nuances within the LGBTQ+ community: https://ow.ly/5NW050SrQMs

In a recent Stanford study, researchers found that members of the LGBTQ+ community are more likely to experience a delayed breast cancer diagnosis and a sooner recurrence compared to heterosexual cisgender women. Learn more about the significance of this study, and explore other studies affecting LGBTQ+ health, using FORCE’s XRAY program. https://ow.ly/lSK450RUBUp #HealthEquity #InclusiveCare #PrideMonth #1FORCECommunity

As of January 1, 2024, pharmacy technicians, pharmacists, and advanced practice pharmacists renewing their licenses are obligated to fulfill a minimum of one hour of continuing education (CE) on cultural competency.   Becoming Inclusive in a Diverse Community Supporting the LGBTQ+ Community in Our Pharmacies May 7th, 2024, 7:00-8:00 PM Learning Objectives: At the completion of this activity, the participant will be able to: 1. Define intersectionality as it impacts sexual identity and health outcomes 2. List key health disparities faced by the LGBTQ+ and BIPoC communities 3. Describe how one can be inclusive to individuals to members of the LGBTQ+ and BIPoC communities 4. Recognize how intersectionality impacts members of LGBTQ+ and BIPoC communities 5. Describe how a pharmacy practice setting can help members of LGBTQ+ and BIPoC communities know they belong there   Course fee $40   https://lnkd.in/gSNSTTJ

🏳️🌈 In honor of Pride Month, Asia Sullivan, PA-C — a Physician Associate who serves LGBTQ+ communities — shares 5 questions LGBTQ+ patients can ask their healthcare provider during medical exams. 1. How experienced are you with providing care to the LGBTQ+ community, specifically those who identify the way I do? 2. What health screenings do you recommend for me? 3. Are there any vaccinations I should get based on my sexual history? 4. What mental health resources are available to me? 5. How will you communicate my test results with me? https://bit.ly/3VezLYk

Sunak has ditched his pledge to ban conversion therapy in the UK. While backlash from advocacy organisations ensued, one key early opponent of conversion therapy has already begun working to legitimise “exploratory therapy,” which many say is simply conversion therapy - rebranded. The new approach appears to be particularly targeted at trans patients, but the risks to the wider queer community are self-evident. ✍ Ellie Broughton TAKE ACTION ⬇ 1️⃣ If you identify as LGBTQ+ and want to be sure your therapist will respect your identity, consider consulting Pink Therapy Directory to locate queer-friendly professionals.  2️⃣ Read the open letter against ‘exploratory therapy’👇 https://lnkd.in/eTPBuVVc 3️⃣ Join the Ban Conversion Therapy (Stonewall) campaign directly, by writing to your MP using the campaign’s email template: https://lnkd.in/dt4uySw

Are you meeting a doctor for the first time? Here’s a good question to ask them: "What experience do you have caring for LGBTQ+ patients?" If you don’t like their answer or they don’t make you feel comfortable, find another doctor. LEAVE A COMMENT. What are some good questions to ask your doctor? You might help someone. CLICK THIS LINK for a list of providers who care about LGBTQ+ health and provide cancer screening services even if you don’t have insurance. https://lnkd.in/eHCUYWit National LGBT Cancer Network #QueerHealthIsPower

Sharing with my circle ICYMI. Institutionalized racism and systemic oppression of people needs to be acknowledged and addressed as we build new technologies. Take this chance to help guide how nursing will disrupt this now and in the future. #nursingleadership

October 18 marks the 50th anniversary of Lambda Legal! Over the last five decades, we have changed laws, changed minds, and changed the nation. And our most impactful case work has expanded rights and protected dignity for millions of LGBTQ+ people and everyone living with HIV. As we celebrate, and in the spirit of LGBTQ+ History Month, can you name some of our landmark cases? Take our quiz to see how well *you* know Lambda Legal’s history! Find the quiz at https://shorturl.at/nsEY4. #UnprecedentedPast #UnstoppableFuture #LambdaLegal50