The LGBTQ+ population faces disproportionate health risks. Stigma, discrimination, and a general lack of understanding of specific needs of the LGBTQ+ population reduces access to safe healthcare and services. Learn about health disparities faced by the LGBTQ+ population and the health consequences of ongoing stigma and discrimination. Familiarize yourself with current terms and practice using language appropriately to contribute to improving health equity for the LGBTQ+ population.
Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate appropriate use of language related to LGBTQ+ identities
- Summarize health risks disproportionately impacting LGBTQ+ communities
- Explain the effects of stigma and discrimination on the health of LGBTQ+ communities
Target Audience: Public health and healthcare workforce
Duration: 60 minutes
Continuing Education Information: 1.0 Continuing Competency Credits for CHES, 1.0 CPEU for Registered Dietitians
CHES Provider number: 99036; CPEU Provider number: 21216Format: Web-based Training, Self-Study
Created/Updated: 8/2022
Author: Allison Root, DrPH, MCHES, RDN
Subject Matter Expert: Uma Nair, PhD
Narration by: Allison Root, DrPH, MCHES, RDN
Disclosures: The planners, reviewers, and authors have no declared conflicts of interest.
Skill Level: Advanced
CHES Event ID#: SS9903_08302022
Category 1 Credits: 1
Continuing Competency Credits: 1
Advanced Credits: 0
Activity #: 172938
Performance Indicators: 2.2.2, 3.1.1, 3.1.3, 3.3.1
RD Total Credits: 1
Level 1: Yes
Level 2: Yes
Level 3: No
Primary Tier: Tier One
Primary Domain: Communication Skills
Secondary Domain: Health Equity Skills