Transgender and gender diverse individuals face lower follow-up rates after psychiatric hospitalization
- In a study published on March 10, researchers found that only 35% of primary care practices in the U.S. Offered training on LGBTQ+ affirming care, despite 76% collecting data on patients' sexual orientation and gender identity.
- The Midwest had the highest rates of affirming care, while the South had the lowest, highlighting disparities in access to necessary health services for LGBTQ+ individuals.
- Practices serving low-income patients were more likely to train staff for sensitive care for LGBTQ+ patients, suggesting a link between state-level policies and clinic preparedness for these individuals.
- The study emphasizes the need for national policies to mandate LGBTQ+-inclusive training in medical education to improve healthcare access for millions of LGBTQ+ patients.
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