Knowledge & Understanding

Be aware of how health risks and healthcare issues specifically relate to people who are LGBTIQ+

 

Quality Improvement Activity Ideas

GP and clinical staff professional development

  • Existing GPs, practice nurses and other health professionals to become more knowledgeable in the specific health risks and issues relating to people who are LGBTIQ+

  • Include training modules in induction package for GPs and healthcare/clinical staff

Resources / Training

Clinicians on health risks and issues:

· Sexual and reproductive needs of the LGBTIQ+ community.

· Bi5 Health Issues and Health Risks challenges of LGBTIQ+ community Pg. 3

· Improving the health of LGBTIQ+ people page 3 - health disparities

· Melbourne Sexual Health Centre Support for community-based health professionals via online resources and on-site education and training opportunities.

· Mental health care for trans, gender diverse and non-binary people