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Exploring Health Care Access Among Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Populations in Orange County, California: A Pilot Cross-sectional Study.

Exploring Health Care Access Among Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Populations in Orange County, California: A Pilot Cross-sectional Study.

Authors :
Nation A
Pelayo J
Trevino M
Ambalada AM
Hojilla JC
Raynor P
Outlaw F
Source :
Nursing administration quarterly [Nurs Adm Q] 2024 Jan-Mar 01; Vol. 48 (1), pp. 11-20. Date of Electronic Publication: 2023 Dec 01.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

There are approximately 90 000 lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) individuals in Orange County, California. LGBT individuals have significant health disparities, particularly if they are from racial or ethnic minority groups and/or have a disability. There are structural and access barriers in the health care system that increase these health disparities. These individuals experience discriminatory situations when accessing health care and mental health services, which may affect their health-seeking behaviors. The purpose of this pilot quantitative cross-sectional study was to gather information about the current health care experiences and needs of this LGBT population including priority health issues, physical and mental health care utilization, and perceived adequacy of LGBT-friendly physical and mental health care providers. These findings will inform organizational strategies for nursing administrators and other health care leaders when tailoring, planning, and redesigning structures that meaningfully address the service needs of this at-risk group. Seventy-five participants were recruited from 2 organizations serving the LGBT community to complete an online survey. Findings include trouble finding an LGBT competent provider, delays or being unable to access care, and worried about losing insurance. Most participants needed to visit multiple different locations to receive care and preferred a 1-stop shop.<br />Competing Interests: The authors declare no conflict of interest.<br /> (Copyright © 2023 Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc. All rights reserved.)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1550-5103
Volume :
48
Issue :
1
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Nursing administration quarterly
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
38049096
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1097/NAQ.0000000000000616