Survey: Talking to HCPs and Access
Back in 2016, I collected some initial information about how people felt they could talk to healthcare providers (HCPs) about sexual health and function, sexual orientation, and gender. Then, in the fall of 2019, I conducted a more extensive survey. I’m still working on the results of that survey.
With the changes occurring in the last few years, though, I wanted to collect information again. Allow me to introduce you to the new 2023 survey.
This survey asks the same questions as before, such as “Have any of your physicians or other healthcare providers talked to you about sex or sexual issues?” It also has a section about how recent anti-equity efforts, such as rampant transphobia, have affected these conversations.
This survey is open as of May 28, 2023, and will close at the end of the day on June 30, 2023. It is only open to US residents aged 18 and up.
“Dude, where have you been??”
It’s been several weeks since I’ve sent out an email, and I’m sorry about that. I’m hoping to get back on a schedule sometime soon. With the upcoming fall wedding, though, it might be inconsistent. We’ll play it by ear!
Shortly after my last newsletter, my friend Casey passed away. She was a main driver for me to create this space and, naturally, I needed some time to grieve. I miss her with all my heart.
At the beginning of May, I attended to OMERACT in Colorado Springs. It was an amazing experience and I came back enthused and excited about creating change. I was also invited to join the Strategic Advisory Group and have the opportunity to push for more equity work in rheumatology and research spaces.
My day job is a little hectic at the moment, too, but hopefully easing up soon. (It’s always that ‘when it rains, it pours’ thing, isn’t it?)
If you have feedback or anything you’d like to share, feel free to reach out to me on social media or by email (all linked here).
Take care of you, lovebug <3
Grayson