Discrimination in the Healthcare Setting

29%

of 2SLGBTQ+ adults in South Dakota have experienced discrimination in a healthcare setting.

Compared to approximately 20% of general adult population

17%

of 2SLGBTQ+ adults in South Dakota reported discrimination.

“At one point I almost died due to blood loss when providers would not listen to my concerns. Sometimes I wonder if I would be treated better if I didn’t disclose everything about my gender and sexuality.”

If you're aware of a provider who has practiced discrimination, be an ally, please report them.