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LGBT+ Topic Healthcare Guide
Here at Leeds Libraries for health we aim to put LGBT+ healthcare at the forefront of our research. If there is something else that you would like to see added here or want research directly emailed to your inbox, please contact us.
This guide aims to make the evidence and networks around LGBT+ topics in healthcare easier to discover, support learning and transform our workplace
The Pride+ Staff collection has been curated by our colleagues at United Lincolnshire Hospital NHS Trust.
Published research
Culturally sensitive emergency care for sexual and gender minority youth: A quality improvement initiative (email lthstafflibraries@nhs.net to request access)
International Emergency Nursing, March 2024
Despite evidence of the impact of implicit bias and overt discrimination experienced by sexual and gender minority youth (SGMY) evidence surrounding sexual and gender minority cultural sensitivity training for paediatric emergency health professionals is limited. This project was the first at the institution to focus on culturally sensitive emergency care for SGMY. The content was well received by staff, who demonstrated increased clinical preparedness after the training.
Archives of Psychiatric Nursing, February 2024
All health services employ or provide care to consumers, patients, and carers who are diverse in their gender identity, sexual orientation, and/or sex assigned at birth. Equitable, inclusive healthcare delivery and workplace culture are necessary in enhancing mental and physical health and wellbeing outcomes, and to foster positive employment relations. LGBTIQA+ affirming service delivery helps to provide a safer, more inclusive, and supportive health service and work environment.
Structural stigma and LGBTQ+ health: a narrative review of quantitative studies (email lthstafflibraries@nhs.net to request access)
The Lancet Public Health, February 2024
Health disparities related to sexual orientation and gender identity exist across multiple outcomes. Scholarship has begun to evaluate whether structural stigma contributes to health burdens among LGBTQ+ individuals. We conducted a comprehensive review of quantitative studies examining this.
Research briefings
Discrimination, dysphoria and drinking: hazardous alcohol use in UK trans and non-binary people
The Mental Elf, February 2024
Nora de Bode summarises a cross-sectional study looking at alcohol use in trans and non-binary people living in the UK.
LGBTQ+ wellbeing inequalities in early to middle adolescence
The Mental Elf, March 2024
Filip Kaleta summarises findings from the #BeeWell study, which explored inequalities in adolescent wellbeing based on gender and sexual identity.
Key papers and reports
Prohibiting conversion therapy
House of Commons Library, February 2024
The Government has since 2018 committed to a legislative prohibition of conversion therapy. This briefing discusses the proposals and related debate.
Visible role models would encourage 80% of LGBTQ+ Gen Z to accept job offer, reveals myGwork survey
MyGwork, February 2024
MyGwork surveyed over 2,000 Gen Z students and recent graduates, collecting perceptions and experiences of LGBTQ+ inclusion in their place of study/work.
Biggest ever survey of trans Americans finds 94% happier after transition
The Guardian, February 2024
The largest survey of transgender Americans ever conducted has found trans people continue to suffer discrimination, harassment and even violence at work, in medicine and at school – but that people who transition have much higher satisfaction in life, and many have supportive families.
Life on an NHS transgender waiting list
BBC News, March 2024
Waiting lists for all kinds of NHS treatments have been getting longer and longer, but for trans people the wait for a first appointment at a gender identity clinic can now be five years or more - despite a target of just 18 weeks. Here transgender people explain to the BBC how their wait has turned into a nightmare of severe anxiety, despair and in some cases, suicidal thoughts.
Regulator apologises for past homophobia towards medics
BBC News, February 2024
The UK's medical regulator says it is "truly sorry" for its past homophobia and taking disciplinary action that ended some gay doctors' careers.
NHS rainbow badge scheme pares back activity after losing funding
BMJ, February 2024
A scheme aimed at fostering inclusivity for LGBTQ+ people in NHS secondary care settings has lost its government funding.
Blogs / Commentary / Editorials / Opinion Pieces
LGBT+ History Month: In conversation with…
NHS Providers, February 2024
NHS Providers series interviewing Dr Michael Farquhar (creator of the NHS Rainbow Badge Scheme) Dr Kathy McLean (Chair of UHDB) Professor Kevin Fenton (Office for Health Improvement and Disparities) and Dr Ranj Singh (paediatrician) on their experiences of being LGBTQ+ in healthcare and the improvements still needed to increase LGBTQ+ inclusion.
LGBTQ+ trailblazers in healthcare paving the way for inclusivity in the NHS
NHS Providers, February 2024
In the ever-evolving landscape of medicine and healthcare, diversity has always been a cornerstone of progress. Celebrating LGBTQ+ individuals and their contributions to the field is not only a recognition of their talent but a testament to the power of inclusion. The LGBTQ+ community plays a pivotal role in the healthcare sector.
The importance of place and safe spaces
NHS Employers, February 2024
Reflections on LGBT+ History Month, and the importance of networks in creating safe spaces.
The King’s Fund and LGBTQ+ inclusion: 'Yes, and?'
NHS Employers, February 2024
Alexandra D’Sa (she/her), head of diversity and inclusion at The King’s Fund shares insights on the progress they have made on their journey to become a more inclusive organisation, reflecting on intent, action and the importance of collaboration.
What LGBTQ+ history tells us about healthcare staff today
NHS Confederation, February 2024
What does it mean to be an LGBTQ+ person working in healthcare today? With this year’s LGBT+ History Month celebrating the contribution of LGBTQ+ people to medicine and healthcare, conversations keep pivoting to this fundamental question.
Useful websites
Stonewall UK
Includes many links to information and support for LGBT communities and their allies.
LGBT Foundation - Home
LGBT Foundation is a national charity delivering advice, support and information services to lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans (LGBT) communities.
LGBT Switchboard
A helpline that provides an information, support and referral service for lesbians, gay men and bisexual and trans people – and anyone considering issues around their sexuality and/or gender identity.
LGBTQ+ Book Club
Intrested in joining our LGBTQ+ book club? Drop us an email and get on the list! Our bi-monthly book club is a chance for you to meet people from your community across Pan Leeds. This 30 minute slot will push you out of your literatre comfort zone while still giving an opportunity for a mental well being break. Our friendly library team can signpost you to local book shops or your local public library to track down a copy. Struggling for time but still want to come along? We can email you a PDF of the first chapter so you can still join in without impacting your work load.
Find out more here
Profession and specialty networks and resources
NHS ENGLAND Equalites and health inequalities HUB
Within this hub you will find information about NHS England’s statutory responsibilities around equalities and health inequalities and the national NHS programmes in these areas.
LGBT+ mental health services map
"List of charities and organisations providing mental health and suicide prevention support for people who identify as LGBTQI+."
National Ambulance LGBT Network
"Understanding Trans Service Users: Ambulance Service Perspective "
National LGBT Partnership
"The National LGBT Partnership was established in early 2010, in order reduce health inequalities and challenge homophobia, biphobia and transphobia within public services. The Partnership combines the expertise of thirty-eight key LGBTQIA+ organisations across England, and works closely with many more."
Further reading & books.
Check out our own LGBT+ book Collection consisting of both clinical and wellbeing books.
Local networks and plans
LGBT+ Staff Network - Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (leedsth.nhs.uk)
The network aims to provide a point of contact and support for LGBT+ staff and allies in the workplace.
Make your pledge
The NHS Rainbow Badges initiative started at Evelina Children’s Hospital in London and has quickly gained pace throughout the NHS. We are proud to be joining the movement and making a public commitment to support both patients and staff that identify as LGBT+.
Increased awareness of the issues surrounding LGBT+ people when accessing healthcare on the part of NHS staff can make significant differences to LGBT+ peoples’ experiences, and, in turn on their physical and mental health. The badge is a reminder that you can talk to our staff about who you are and how you feel. They will do their best to get support for you if you need it.
NHS confederation
Health and Care LGBTQ+ Leaders Network
LGBT+ SPORT AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
Check out local sport groups in the Leeds area
Library Services
Is there a LGBTQ+ information need we are not meeting?
Let us know and we can provide the results with a literature search.
Request an evidence search - Leeds Libraries
Want to undertake your own LGBT+ health research?
Not sure where to start? We can provide training on how to search and appraise resources on our healthcare databases.
Information Skills Training - Leeds Libraries
Want the lasted LGBT+ health evidence direct to your inbox?
Let us know if you have a speciality or just want the highlights of the latest evidence.
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