Fair care for trans patients

Subtitle: An RCN guide for nursing and health care professionals Publisher: Royal College of Nursing Date: 2016 Country: UK Pages: 16 The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) recognises that trans people frequently experience prejudice and discrimination. The nursing community can, through its professional actions and interests, work to eliminate and significantly reduce this at both an…

Gender Identity Report

Publisher: Healthwatch Devon Date: 2016 Country: UK Pages: 36 This report contains descriptions by 149 people who were (and are) seeking help for gender identity issues. Their perceptions, experiences and views are discussed about outcomes of care and treatment quality. We did this work to complement the work being carried out by NHS England, and we…

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Ageing: Biographical approaches for Inclusive Care Support

Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers Country: UK Pages: 224 This book demonstrates how biographical approaches can increase understanding about the distinct perspectives of older LGBT people, enhancing inclusive care and support. Chapters explore people’s expectations and fears surrounding care and service provision, the impact of discrimination, and specific issues such as HIV, dementia and end-of-life care.…