A barrier to quality care is the fear of discrimination that can keep many from seeking medical attention—especially communities of color and immigrants without documentation or insurance. This year’s National LGBTQ Health Awareness Week, running from March 17-21, 2025, carries the theme “Health Equity Now!” calling on advocates, providers, and allies to break down barriers…
It’s easy to feel discouraged in times like these. But we are a resilient community. We have faced immense challenges and, time and time again, we have found ways to push forward. Our struggles have forged a powerful sense of community, a deep well of knowledge, and a continuing legacy of resistance.
Officials said they are increasing health protocols for the annual weekend event to ensure everyone stays safe. Several vaccines will be offered during Pride, including the Mpox vaccine.
National Coalition for LGBTQ Health’s Marco Winkler shares the importance and availability of mpox vaccines during Palm Springs Pride.
The National Coalition for LGBTQ Health’s Director of Communications, Marco Winkler, connects with Emory University’s WMRE radio station on Atlanta Pride and steps you can take to protect yourself from mpox.
The LGBTQ+ community celebrated their shared and lived experience this June during Pride Month. While the LGBTQ+ experience varies from individual to individual and from generation to generation, one constant remains — the importance of protecting health.
Marco Winkler, Director of Communications and Marketing for the National Coalition for LGBTQ Health/HealthHIV, recently spoke about mpox prevention and protection with Tami Heide on KROQ-FM’s “Open Line” program.
Members of the LGBT community face additional healthcare challenges as they contend with the 2020 coronavirus pandemic, according to national LGBTQ-health advocates and officials speaking in a March 25 webinar.