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WVU in the News: Recent studies uncover barriers affecting the health of rural LGBTQ people

The history of medical treatment in the LGBTQ community is riddled with stigma and discrimination — from the view of homosexuality as an illness to the criminalization of same-sex intercourse. While policies and discussions have helped improve these perceptions, according to recent research, there is much work left to be done to support the health of queer and trans people, especially in rural areas.

WVU in the News: Serving West Virginia

In The Dominion Post, Dr. Lisa Costello, speaking in her role as president-elect of the West Virginia State Medical Association, addresses a recent national ranking putting the Mountain State near the bottom on a list of the worst places for doctors to practice.