ArticleInternational journal of environmental research and public health2025
A Scoping Review of Heteronormativity in Healthcare and Its Implications on the Health and Well-Being of LGBTIQ+ Persons in Africa.
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- Lived experiences of LGBTQI+ persons when accessing primary healthcare facilities in Gauteng, South Africa: An interpretative phenomenological inquiry.Curationis · 2026Article
- "I believe in my ancestors, and I participate and believe:" negotiating identity, tradition, and HIV-related health among SGM communities in the Eastern Cape.SSM. Qualitative research in health · 2026Article
- Health Professionals' Approaches to Support Patient Diversity in the Assessment of Vaginismus: A Critical Feminist Qualitative Study for Inclusive Care.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- Barriers to culturally competent caring practices for LGBTQI+ persons: experiences of primary healthcare nurses in Gauteng, South Africa.Frontiers in public health · 2026Article
- Mpox-Related Stigma Among Gay, Bisexual, and Other Men Who Have Sex with Men: A Narrative Review.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Review
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Abstract
This scoping review explores the patterns of heteronormativity in healthcare sectors across Africa and its impact on the health and well-being of LGBTIQ+ individuals. By analyzing publications from major academic databases, this study identifies key themes and research gaps in the discourse on LGBTIQ+ health and heteronormativity in Africa. The findings underscore the urgent need to address these heteronormative barriers in alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 3 (good health and well-being) and SDG 10 (reduced inequalities). Addressing heteronormativity in healthcare is essential for promoting equitable, inclusive healthcare systems and improving health outcomes for LGBTIQ+ populations across the continent.
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