AMA Routine Screening Community of Practice

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LGBT patients more likely to be uninsured, lack personal doctor

Americans who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender (LGBT) are more likely to report that they lack health insurance, according to a recent Gallup poll.

Population Health
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State to cover gender reassignment surgery for employees

Maryland’s recent policy change to cover gender reassignment surgery for state employees reflects a wave of growing understanding and acceptance around what used to be considered a disorder.

Population Health
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Growing numbers call for change to blood donation policy for MSM

Activists across the country participated in a National Gay Blood Drive last week, calling attention to a decades-old policy that requires a lifetime deferral of blood donation by men who have sex with men (MSM).

Population Health
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Patients OK with questions on sexual orientation and gender identity

Most patients think it is important for health care providers to know patients' sexual orientation and gender identity, according to a recent white paper.

Population Health