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Latest Research from FOXY
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Carmen H. Logie BA, MSW, PhD| Candice L. Lys BA, MA, PhD| Lisa Dias BA, MA | Nicole Schott BA, MA | Makenzie R. Zouboules | Nancy MacNeill BA | Kayley Mackay
A short video that outlines the findings: https://vimeo.com/332027964
Abstract
Sexual and mental health disparities are reported in Arctic Canada as in other Arctic regions that experience shared challenges of insufficient healthcare resources, lim- ited transportation, and a scarcity of healthcare research. Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer persons (LGBTQ+) report sexual and mental health disparities in comparison with their heterosexual and cisgender counterparts, and these dispari- ties may be exacerbated in rural versus urban settings. Yet limited research has ex- plored sexual healthcare experiences among LGBTQ+ persons in the Arctic who are at the juncture of Arctic and LGBTQ+ health disparities. We conducted a qualitative study from May 2015 to October 2015 with LGBTQ+ persons in the Northwest Territories, Canada that involved in-depth individual interviews with LGBTQ+ youth (n = 16), LGBTQ+ adults (n = 21), and key informants (e.g. coaches, teachers, nurses, social workers, and healthcare providers) (n = 14). We conducted thematic analysis, a theoretically flexible approach that integrates deductive and inductive approaches, to identify and map themes in the data. Findings reveal geographical, social, and healthcare factors converge to shape healthcare access. Specifically, the interplay between heterosexism and cisnormativity, intersectional forms of stigma, and place limited LGBTQ+ persons’ sexual healthcare access and produced negative experi- ences in sexual healthcare. Limited healthcare facilities in small communities resulted in confidentiality concerns. Heteronormativity and cisnormativity constrained the ability to access appropriate sexual healthcare. LGBTQ+ persons experienced LGBTQ+, HIV, and sexually transmitted infections stigma in healthcare. Participants also discussed healthcare provider recommendations to better serve LGBTQ+ per- sons: non-judgment, knowledge of LGBTQ+ health issues, and gender inclusivity. Findings can inform multi-level strategies to reduce intersecting stigma in communi- ties and healthcare, transform healthcare education, and build LGBTQ+ persons’ healthcare navigation skills.
Sexual and mental health disparities are reported in Arctic Canada as in other Arctic regions that experience shared challenges of insufficient healthcare resources, lim- ited transportation, and a scarcity of healthcare research. Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer persons (LGBTQ+) report sexual and mental health disparities in comparison with their heterosexual and cisgender counterparts, and these dispari- ties may be exacerbated in rural versus urban settings. Yet limited research has ex- plored sexual healthcare experiences among LGBTQ+ persons in the Arctic who are at the juncture of Arctic and LGBTQ+ health disparities. We conducted a qualitative study from May 2015 to October 2015 with LGBTQ+ persons in the Northwest Territories, Canada that involved in-depth individual interviews with LGBTQ+ youth (n = 16), LGBTQ+ adults (n = 21), and key informants (e.g. coaches, teachers, nurses, social workers, and healthcare providers) (n = 14). We conducted thematic analysis, a theoretically flexible approach that integrates deductive and inductive approaches, to identify and map themes in the data. Findings reveal geographical, social, and healthcare factors converge to shape healthcare access. Specifically, the interplay between heterosexism and cisnormativity, intersectional forms of stigma, and place limited LGBTQ+ persons’ sexual healthcare access and produced negative experi- ences in sexual healthcare. Limited healthcare facilities in small communities resulted in confidentiality concerns. Heteronormativity and cisnormativity constrained the ability to access appropriate sexual healthcare. LGBTQ+ persons experienced LGBTQ+, HIV, and sexually transmitted infections stigma in healthcare. Participants also discussed healthcare provider recommendations to better serve LGBTQ+ per- sons: non-judgment, knowledge of LGBTQ+ health issues, and gender inclusivity. Findings can inform multi-level strategies to reduce intersecting stigma in communi- ties and healthcare, transform healthcare education, and build LGBTQ+ persons’ healthcare navigation skills.
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Developed by the Montreal Urban Aboriginal Community Strategy Network
Content and research by Dakota Swiftwolfe Layout and design by Leilani Shaw With contributions from: B. Deer, V. Boldo, E. Fast, G. Sioui, C. Richardson, K. Raye, S. Puskas, L. Lainesse, & A. Reid |
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Dignitas International
https://dignitasinternational.org/indigenous-health/hiv-prevention-and-care/
https://dignitasinternational.org/indigenous-health/hiv-prevention-and-care/
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Dignitas International is a medical and research organization dedicated to improving health care for people facing a high burden of disease and unequal access to services. We are committed to working with patients, health workers, researchers and policymakers to tackle the barriers to health care.
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Literature Review - HIV Prevention and Care among Rural and Remote Indigenous Communities in Canada: What is Known and Where are the Gaps?
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Interim Report - HIV Prevention and Care among Rural and Remote Indigenous Communities in Canada: Consultations with Key Collaborators and Dignitas Staff and Affiliates
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Feasibility Project Report - HIV Prevention and Care among Rural and Remote Indigenous Communities in Canada
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