1.
J Glob Health
; 10(1): 010325, 2020 Jun.
Article
in English
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-32257148
2.
J Obstet Gynecol Neonatal Nurs
; 35(3): 393-402, 2006.
Article
in English
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-16700689
ABSTRACT
Lesbians experience significant health disparities in preventive care utilization and health outcomes compared to heterosexual women. In this study, a multisystems ecologic approach is taken to identify barriers to access, treatment, and preventive care among lesbian women. Recommendations include increasing knowledge of lesbian health care needs, developing cultural sensitivity and competence in communication and care for lesbian women, and creating practice environments that convey respect, acceptance, and welcome to all women, regardless of sexual orientation.