This new factsheet is about holistic self-care for two-spirit, gay, bisexual, trans and queer men (2SGBTQ) who engagae in chemsex or party and play (PnP) – using substances like crystal meth, GHB or other drugs to enhance sexual encounters. It provides practical information on how substances used during party n’ play impact the body and mind […]
FACTSHEET: Racial and social determinants in sexual healthcare access for queer masculine folks
This new factsheet reviewed by Dr. Jordan Goodridge and Devan Nambiar is for frontline, healthcare and community workers serving queer and transmasculine guys. Racial and social determinants of health impact 2SGBTQ+ and transmasculine individuals’ access to HIV PrEP, testing & treatment, and STBBI screening.
This document looks at multiple barriers to accessing care including: insurance, cost, location, health literacy, social stigma, racism, ageism, homophobia and transphobia.
It also presents suggestions for how to improve access with tools like: research, government intervention, developing community and local partnerships, and personal advocacy.