Advancing Health Equity
There are significant health disparities facing members of Minnesota’s gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender communities. Our goal is health equity for the LGBTQ community.
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50%
50% of transgender people reported having to teach their medical providers about transgender care.
(Grant et. al., 2011) -
40%
40% of LGBT adults living in Hennepin County report binge drinking behavior.
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31%
31% of LGBTQ Minnesotans smoke, compared to 16% of the general population.
(RHI, 2013)
Our impact goals:
• Promoting essential resources to improve community health
• Expanding access to and availability of culturally competent care
• Improving the health of LGBTQ communities
• Ensuring that LGBTQ health is part of the public dialogue
Survey Results
2012 report
Download the full report and read results from our 2012 annual health and wellness survey.
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