Tag Archives: Discrimination
The Reality of Being a Gay Patient in Missouri
By: Andrew Shaughnessy @AndrewShag It’s hard to describe what it feels like to be admitted into a hospital as a gay man in Missouri. As an advocate for the community, I understand my legal rights and am equipped with the tools I need when I walk into a hospital. Though as a patient, a ‘normal’ […]
What are Missouri Health Advocates Doing for Transgender Health?
Originally posted by PROMOonline.org By: Andrew Shaughnessy http://promoonline.org/news/what-is-promo-doing-for-transgender-health.html As an advocate, I am often times asked questions about the work that I do. At the 2014 Transgender Spectrum Conference on the campus of the University of Missouri – St. Louis I was asked, “What are we doing for transgender health in Missouri?” With a smile, I […]
Two Major Healthcare Systems in Missouri Extend LGBT Welcoming Policies and Benefits
Originally posted by Springfield, MO News-Leader By: Thomas Gounley, News-Leader By the end of this spring, the two largest employers in the Springfield metropolitan area — with more than 16,000 employees locally — will have extended benefits to same-sex spouses. Legally-married same-sex couples have been able to enroll for benefits at Springfield-based nonprofit health system […]
Report: Not all Mid-Missouri hospitals are LGBT inclusive
Originally posted by KOMU News 8 By: Colleen Menadier Columbia, Missouri – Members of the LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender) community are twice as likely to not receive needed medical care or surgery, according to the Missouri Foundation for Health and PROMO. A report indicates some are afraid to seek help due to possible […]
Hypocrisy Is Alive & Well In States Limiting LGBT Local Protections
Certain States are finding all sorts of ways to undermine LGBT progress. Beside the apparent bigotry, the hypocrisy among these States is what fires me up the most. Pushing State intrusion into local control has been a steady issue among State denying localities the ability to protect their LGBT citizens.
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