This pioneering study examines inequalities experienced by LGBT people in health care
and considers the role of social work in addressing the inequity. The book is organized into …

Background Lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and intersex (LGBTI) people experience
significant health inequalities. Located within a European Commission funded pilot project …

There is a contemporary public health imperative to address the health disadvantages
documented for sexual minorities (Cochran, Björkenstam, & Mays, 2016). This includes the …

The broad spectrum of health services and wellness surrounding lesbian, gay, bisexual,
transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) communities operates within multiple layers of social …

This document provides a summary of some of the unique health care needs and concerns
of lesbian, gay and bisexual (LGB) people. It covers issues relating to discrimination …

Canada is commonly seen as a progressive country with its multicultural model, its tolerance
for diversity and its sensitised human rights legislation (Elliot and Bonauto, 2005). Although …

Reflecting the profession's values to promote social justice, policies and standards on health
established by United States (US) national (NASW, 2005) and international (Bywaters and …

Much has been written about the general relationship between social position and health.
Far less is available on this relationship as it applies to the health of lesbian, gay, bisexual …

The rainbow has also been a symbol of pride and freedom for many in the lesbian, gay,
bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) community. In this context, the rainbow suggests unity …

As a young sociologist in the early 80s, I had the opportunity to direct a center that was
founded to provide mental health counseling for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender …