Most Black women don't have access to abortion, and they're going to impact the elections
Out of the 11.8 million Black women between the ages of 15 and 49 in the U.S., 57 percent live in areas that restrict access to abortion.
May 15, 2024
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health care disparities
Study: Health Care Homophobia Is Heart-Harming
The majority of LGBTQ+ people reported discrimination from health care providers -- and it's leading to disparities in heart health.
October 8, 2020
Another Epidemic of Inequities: HIV Among Young Black Men
Health care disparities affecting the Black community, including among Black LGBTQ+ people, must be addressed.
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August 27, 2020
Lesbian and bisexual women live shorter lives than straight women. Here's why
Lesbian and bisexual women have a staggeringly lower life expectancy compared to their straight peers, a new study found.
May 9, 2024
Election season got you down? This crisis line is soothing LGBTQ+ mental health (exclusive)
As lawmakers target the community, the need for mental health services skyrockets. FOLX Health CEO Liana Douillet Guzmán tells The Advocate about a new service that's helping.
March 26, 2024
Homophobia can 'increase cancer risk' in LGBTQ+ people, report finds
The American Cancer Society has found that queer people frequently experience "minority stress" in health care settings, leading to an "elevated prevalence" of cancer risk factors.
March 20, 2024
Op-ed: Are You Being Served -- Medically?
Two small steps from the federal government could make trips to medical professionals a little more, well, professional.
September 24, 2014
D.C. Just Passed a Remarkable LGBT Bill
The LGBTQ Cultural Competency Continuing Education Amendment Act mandates that certain health care providers learn how to treat gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender patients.
February 8, 2016
Op-ed: What's Putting Your Health in Danger
It's National LGBT Health Awareness Week, and the prognosis for our community isn't good.
March 24, 2015
Covered California Targets LGBT Consumers
Covered California announces statewide partnership in targeting LGBT people to enroll in the Affordable Care Act.
December 5, 2013
U.S. Health and Human Services' Dr. Rachel Levine Never Sleeps
The history-making secretary is busy working on the ongoing pandemic, health equity, addiction and mental health, and the implications of climate change.
October 8, 2021
Democrats Introduce Bill to Make PrEP Available to More Americans
White Republicans have targeted PrEP access in an attempt to limit what insurance companies cover, Democrats are trying to expand access to the life saving drugs.
July 1, 2023
Op-ed: How We Can Address Homophobia at the Doctor's Office
A new study suggests health care providers might show implicit and explicit bias against lesbian and gay patients. Data collection of patient sexual orientation and gender identity could provide a solution.
July 27, 2015
White House Holds LGBT Health Conference
The Obama administration rolled out its first campaign-season LGBT conference Thursday in Philadelphia as it seeks to publicize its accomplishments -- and court gay support for reelection.
February 18, 2012
Politicians Roll Out New Legislation to Aid LGBTQ Veterans
Veterans Affairs policies are still trying to catch up to post-DADT world.
July 9, 2019
LGBTQ+ people are at a higher risk of 'adverse brain health:' study
LGBTQ+ adults are at a 15 percent higher risk of composite brain health outcomes — including dementia, strokes, and late-life depression, according to a new study.
September 27, 2024
LGBTQ+ adults face discrimination in health care settings: survey
They are twice as likely to report discrimination or unfair treatment as straight and cisgender people, according to KFF.
April 2, 2024
The U.S. Owes African-Americans Reparations, Says U.N. Report
A report from the United Nations Working Group outlines the many ways African-Americans have suffered because of racism, white supremacy, and Afrophobia.
October 2, 2016
How Illinois's 1st Out State Sen. Mike Simmons Juggles Love & Politics
Simmons and his partner, Michael Sullivan, find that shared commitments to justice and each other keep their relationship healthy amid the demands of their work.
February 14, 2022
Study: Rescind The Ban on Trans Service Members
A study funded by transgender billionaire and military veteran Jennifer Pritzker breaks down the arguments disqualifying trans people from military service.
March 13, 2014