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Health Disparities for LGBT Older Adults
In a study by Casey et al., It was found that one in six LGBT adults have avoided healthcare due to expected discrimination from the healthcare provider. The National Institute of Health declared that sexual and gender minorities are a health disparity population and health issues increase with age. LGBT adults may suffer from betrayal trauma, where they fear healthcare providers will respond negatively threatening the individuals access to healthcare. 36% of patients have not disclosed their sexual orientation to their physician, it is important to disclose sexual identity to providers since LGBT members are at a higher risk for weakened immunity, chronic pain, cancer, heart disease. Various groups such as the National Resource Center on LGBT Aging advocate for healthcare providers to take responsibility in creating a safe space for LGBT patients to disclose sensitive information.