{"id":536749,"date":"2021-08-03T12:24:20","date_gmt":"2021-08-03T16:24:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/?page_id=536749"},"modified":"2024-09-19T13:47:07","modified_gmt":"2024-09-19T17:47:07","slug":"lgbtq-cancer-care","status":"publish","type":"service","link":"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/cancer-care\/patient-resources\/lgbtq-cancer-care\/","title":{"rendered":"LGBTQ+ Cancer Care"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When faced with a cancer diagnosis, LGBTQ+ patients can experience unique challenges and health disparities. With a dedication to inclusiveness and a mission to provide quality health care to all we serve, Norton Cancer Institute treats the whole person, not just the cancer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are LGBTQ+, it\u2019s important to be open and honest with your medical provider so that we can work together to meet your health needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hrc.org\/\">Human Rights Campaign Foundation<\/a> has regularly recognized Norton Cancer Institute, along with Norton Healthcare\u2019s five Louisville hospitals, with the <a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/patient-resources\/lgbtq-inclusion-resources\/\">LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader<\/a> designation, based on our approach to and practices for the LGBTQ+ community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-lgbtq-risk-for-cancer\">LGBTQ+ Risk for Cancer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">LGBTQ+ patients are at a higher risk for certain types of cancers such as&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/cancer-care\/services\/breast-cancer\/\">breast cancer<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/cancer-network.org\/cancer-information\/gay-men-and-cancer\/\">lung cancer<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/cancer-network.org\/cancer-information\/gay-men-and-cancer\/anal-cancer-hiv-and-gaybisexual-men\/\">anal cancer<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/cancer-care\/services\/skin-cancers\/\">skin cancer<\/a>. Norton Healthcare provides innovative treatments to LGBTQ+ patients challenged with cancer, as well as&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/patient-resources\/lgbtq-inclusion-resources\/\">compassion and support<\/a>&nbsp;to their families and loved ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition, cancer screening rates may be lower in LGBTQ+ community due to past&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/dailynews.ascopubs.org\/do\/10.1200\/ADN.21.200433\/full\/\">negative health care experiences<\/a>. It is important to discuss appropriate cancer screening with your health care provider.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/obstetrics-and-gynecology\/services\/womens-health\/breast-health-and-mammogram\/mammogram\/\">Mammograms<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/prevention-and-wellness\/mobile-prevention-center\/pap-smear\/\">cervical cancer screening<\/a>&nbsp;and anal Pap tests are some of the important cancer screening tests. For certain patients,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/cancer-care\/services\/lung-cancer\/prevention-and-detection\/\">lung cancer screening<\/a>&nbsp;may be appropriate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/prevention-and-wellness\/tobacco-cessation-program\/\">Smoking cessation<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;HPV vaccination&nbsp;are among the steps that can lower the risk of developing certain types of cancer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">HPV infections and cervical precancers have dropped since HPV vaccines first were used in the United States in 2006. Still, cervical cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer deaths among women. Don\u2019t take a risk of not being protected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-smoking-cessation\">Smoking Cessation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Norton Healthcare offers <a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/prevention-and-wellness\/tobacco-cessation-program\/\">free classes<\/a> to help you achieve a healthy, smoke-free lifestyle. Classes follow the American Lung Association Freedom From Smoking program, proven to be effective for millions of smokers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.secure.force.com\/pmtx\/CalendarJSON?g=SmokingCessation&amp;l=50&amp;t=future&amp;v=smoking\"><\/span><\/script>\n\n<div id=\"smokingList\"><\/div>\n\n\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\"> \n\/\/sorts the feed by event start date\t\nfunction sortObject(obj){\n    var keys = [];\n    var sorted_obj = {};\n    for(var key in obj){\n        if(obj.hasOwnProperty(key)){\n            keys.push(key);\n       }\n    }\n    \/\/ sort keys\n   keys.sort();\n    \/\/ create new array based on Sorted Keys\n    jQuery.each(keys, function(i, key){\n        sorted_obj[key] = obj[key];\n    });\n    return sorted_obj;\n}\n\tvar event_by_date = []\njQuery.each( smoking, function( key, value ) {\n\t var startDate = value.evt__Start__c;\n\t event_by_date[startDate] = value;\n});\nvar sorted_events = sortObject(event_by_date);\n\n\n\njQuery(function($) {\n$.each(sorted_events, function( key, value ) {\n\/\/formats date\/time presentation\t\n\t\t if(value.IsDeleted == false){\n\t\t\t var date = new Date(value.evt__Start__c);\n\t\t\t var optionsDate = {\n\t\t\t\t hour12: true,\n\t\t\t\t weekday: 'long',\n\t\t\t\t year: 'numeric',\n\t\t\t\t month: 'long',\n\t\t\t\t day: 'numeric'\n\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t }\n\t\t\tvar start = new Date(value.evt__Start__c);\n\t\t\tvar end = new Date(value.evt__End__c);\n\n\t\t\t var optionsTime = {\n\t\t\t\t hour12: true,\n\t\t\t\t hour: 'numeric',\n\t\t\t\t minute: 'numeric'\n\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t }\n\t\t\t \n\t\t\t var optionsEndTime = {\n\t\t\t\t hour12: true,\n\t\t\t\t hour: 'numeric',\n\t\t\t\t minute: 'numeric',\n\t\t\t\t timeZone: 'America\/New_York',\n\t\t\t\t timeZoneName: 'short'\n\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t }\n\t\t\t \/\/tests for specific class and whether it's full\n\t\t\t var className = value.Name;\n\t\t\t var capacity = value.evt__Max_Attendees__c - value.evt__Attendees_Registered__c;\n\n\t\t\t if (capacity > 0 ) {\n\n\/\/the following can be manipulated like any html. Just be careful to enclose the JS variables with + signs\n\t\t\t $(\"#smokingList\").append('<span style=\"display:inline-block;margin-right: 15px;max-width:400px;\" ><div class=\"card text-left\" style=\"min-width:240px;max-width:380px;\"><div class=\"card-body\"><strong><p>'+value.Name+'<\/p><\/strong><p>' + date.toLocaleDateString('en-US', optionsDate) + '<\/p><p>'+start.toLocaleTimeString('en-US', optionsTime)+' to '+end.toLocaleTimeString('en-US', optionsEndTime)+'<\/p><p><a class=\"btn btn-primary btn-sm btn-round mb-0\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.secure.force.com\/pmtx\/evt__quickevent?id='+value.Id+'\">Sign up today<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/span>');\t\t }\n\t\t \t \n\t\t }\n});\n});\n<\/script>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-human-papillomavirus-hpv-infection\">Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Infection<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">HPV is the most common sexually transmitted infection (STI). HPV is not the same as human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) or herpes simplex virus (HSV).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some types of HPV can cause health issues, including genital warts and cancer. Typically, the body\u2019s immune system fights off the virus, but some people develop a persistent infection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/nortonchildrens.com\/prevention-wellness\/wellness-tools-programs\/hpv-vaccine-schedule\/\">HPV vaccine<\/a> can help prevent cancers and other complications associated with the virus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">HPV is the most common cause of anal cancer in men and greatly increases the risk for developing cervical cancer in patients with a cervix. HPV and other STIs can be transferred orally, anally, skin to skin and from sharing toys during sex.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-barriers-to-care\">Barriers to Care<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Historical health care barriers for the LGBTQ+ community may have led some in the community to be reluctant about preventive screenings. Making matters worse, much of the discussion around sexually transmitted infections (STIs) has focused on heterosexual couples.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Those in the LGBTQ+ community tend to seek out cancer screenings less than heterosexuals, posing a greater risk to them and their partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fewer screenings reduce opportunities to catch cancers when they are in the early stages and more easily treated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Trust in the medical provider is a major barrier. Those in the LGBTQ+ community sometimes do not feel comfortable \u201ccoming out\u201d to their provider out of concerns about poor treatment or judgment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">LGBTQ+ patients can find Norton Healthcare providers who have stepped forward as&nbsp;inclusive providers <a>to<\/a> make LGBTQ+ patients feel comfortable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is important that everyone we see feel included and comfortable discussing all aspects of their health. We want to be advocates and a source of information for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-lgbtq-cancer-care\">LGBTQ+ Cancer Care<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Norton Healthcare is an inclusive cancer care provider. We believe every person has a right to the best health care experience and treatment options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As you embark on your cancer journey, we want you to be comfortable coming out to your provider. Because LGBTQ+ patients face unique health risks, it\u2019s important to be open with your cancer care team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When your health care provider knows you on a more personal level, they can help identify and recommend screening or treatment options and plans based on your personal needs and goals. Your provider is here to be an advocate and resource for all aspects of your mental and physical health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We offer multidisciplinary oncology care from specialists at the leading edge of cancer treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Getting cancer treatment should be convenient. We strive to make it as easy as possible with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Nine outpatient locations<\/li><li>Four radiation centers<\/li><li>Multiple infusion centers<\/li><li>Same-day appointments for new patients<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"card card-callout    \">\n\t<div class=\"card-body\">\n\t\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-norton-cancer-institute\">Norton Cancer Institute<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-regional-leader-in-cancer-care\">Regional Leader in Cancer Care<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Norton Healthcare is recognized by U.S News &amp; World Report on its \u201cBest Hospitals\u201d list as No. 1 in the Louisville area, with \u201chigh performing\u201d ratings in gynecologic cancer surgery and prostate cancer surgery through Norton Cancer Institute.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>First in the world<\/strong>\u00a0to treat a patient with a novel combination therapy for newly diagnosed acute leukemia<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>First in the world<\/strong>\u00a0to treat a solid tumor patient with ONC-841, a novel immunotherapy drug targeting the SIGLEC-10 immune checkpoint molecule<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recognized for\u00a0<strong>adult oncology<\/strong>\u00a0by\u00a0<strong>Becker\u2019s Hospital Review<\/strong>\u00a0in its \u201c100 Hospitals and Health Systems with Great Oncology Programs\u201d list for 2025<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Access to over\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/cancer-care\/services\/current-cancer-clinical-trials\/\"><strong>170 clinical trials<\/strong><\/a>, offering local patients the\u00a0<strong>same leading-edge options<\/strong>\u00a0available at top national centers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Nationally recognized<\/strong>\u00a0center for early phase research, with\u00a0<strong>23 active Phase 1 clinical trials<\/strong>\u00a0underway<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Patients from ore than 20 U.S. states and two foreign countries<\/strong>\u00a0have chosen Norton Cancer Institute for innovative cancer care<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Only in Kentucky<\/strong>: Home to the state-of-the-art\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/news\/on-site-genomic-testing-at-norton-cancer-institute-allows-fast-and-precise-treatment\/\">Norton Cancer Institute Genomics Lab<\/a>, with support from the Norton Healthcare Foundation and Steven Vanover Foundation, enabling highly precise, genetically targeted cancer therapies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Gamma Tile Center of Excellence,<\/strong>\u00a0as well as a\u00a0<strong>two-time Novalis certification<\/strong>\u00a0for setting the standard for stereotactic radiation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Subspecialized, board-certified\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/cancer-care\/specialists\/\"><strong>oncologists<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0leading cancer research and treatment advancements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Same-day or next-day appointments<\/strong>\u00a0for newly diagnosed patients, plus\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/cancer-care\/locations\/\"><strong>multiple locations<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>valet parking<\/strong>\u00a0to facilitate access to care<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Multidisciplinary clinics<\/strong>\u00a0to provide same-day, same-location access to multiple specialists for more\u00a0<strong>convenient, coordinated care<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fully accredited<\/strong>\u00a0by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer, the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers and the American College of Radiology<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-care-designed-with-you-in-mind\">Care Designed With You in Mind<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Comprehensive patient support,\u00a0<\/strong>with five Norton Cancer Institute Resource Center locations throughout Louisville and Southern Indiana, a patient navigator program,\u00a0Norton Cancer Institute\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/cancer-care\/patient-resources\/behavioral-oncolology\/\">Behavioral Oncology Program<\/a>, Norton\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/palliative-care\/\">Palliative Care Program<\/a>, classes and events, art and music therapy, genetic counseling, nutrition services, financial counseling,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/patient-resources\/pastoral-care\/\">pastoral care<\/a> and more<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Medicare, Medicaid and most major insurances accepted<\/strong>, ensuring broad access to care<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/locations\/specialty-pharmacy\/\"><strong>Specialty pharmacy services<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0offer timely, accurate prescriptions with direct pharmacist-to-provider collaboration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>24\/7 access to care tools<\/strong>\u00a0via\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/patient-resources\/mynortonchart\/\">Norton MyChart<\/a>\u00a0\u2014 message providers, manage appointments, refill prescriptions and more<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/ways-to-help\/norton-healthcare-foundation\/\"><strong>Norton Healthcare Foundation<\/strong><\/a>, the philanthropic arm of Norton Healthcare\u2019s not-for-profit adult-care services, continuously supporting the purchase of new equipment, programs, education and funding of research to ensure our patients stay up to date with medical advances and technology<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading mt-5\" id=\"h-awards-and-accreditations\">Awards and 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