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May 17, 2022, 6 tweets

On the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia (#IDAHOBIT),

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WHO celebrates the right of EVERYONE to live a healthy, dignified life & celebrates diversity in people’s sexual orientation & gender identity.

What is the difference between

πŸ”ΈSexual orientation
πŸ”ΈGender identity
πŸ”ΈGender expression ❓

Learn more & find out how these could impact a person's health πŸ‘‰bit.ly/3w9jyZ5 #IDAHOBIT

πŸ“Έ @UNAIDS

#DYK❓ In over 7️⃣0️⃣ countries, laws criminalize same-sex relationships between adults, undermining #LGBTQI+ people's access to health services.
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More info πŸ‘‰bit.ly/3wsUStCΒ #IDAHOBIT

Trans & gender diverse identities are NOT mental or behavioural disorders. Classifying them as such can cause enormous stigma.
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πŸ‘‰bit.ly/3Mf3AlSΒ #IDAHOBIT

πŸ“Έ @UNAIDS

#HealthForAll means everyone  🌍🌏🌎 has the right to live a healthy, full & productive life.
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We cannot achieve health for all without ending discrimination against #LGBTIQ+ people in health settings. πŸ‘‰bit.ly/3l4MJ9tΒ #IDAHOBIT

πŸ“Έ @UNAIDS

Addressing stigma & discrimination against #LGBTIQ+ people in healthcare involves
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health services that are
βš–οΈ Equitable & Non-discriminatory
🩺 Quality
πŸ‘₯ Person-centred
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healthcare staff that are
πŸ™‚ Compassionate
πŸ‘¨β€βš•οΈ Non-judgmental
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#IDAHOBIT

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