Bridging Gaps in Healthcare Accessibility with Mental Health with Dr. Krista Kostroman, N.D.

Have you ever experienced being denied or discriminated when it comes to healthcare?In this episode, Dr. Krista Kostroman, Chief Science Officer of the DNA Company dives into the importance of bridging gaps in healthcare accessibility for the LGBT Community. She highlights how we must advocate for improving the patient experience for the members of the community to contribute to the long-standing battle against discrimination.All individuals have the right to access proper healthcare, and the right to know about their health risks and how to deal with them. It is proven that members of the LGBT community deal with a ton of stress-related symptoms, as well as concerns on cardiovascular health. In line with this, Dr. Krista delivers some advice on ways to provide better care, speaking on the responsibilities of healthcare providers, and how members of the LGBT community can protect themselves in these spaces.From the basic acknowledgement of each one's pronouns to the safety of the patients, down to the continuous efforts of contributing to the science of addressing the healthcare concerns of the LGBT Community, this episode aims to provide an informed safe space for all individuals in terms of health and science.Here are the highlights of this episode:00:00 Introduction08:50 Common Health Risks in the Community16:26 The State of Mental Health19:33 Empowering Better Care for the LGBT CommunityThis episode may also be viewed on YouTube.▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Keep yourself up to date on The DNA Talks Podcast! Follow our socials below:The DNA Talks Podcast Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dnatalkspodcast/Dr. Krista Kostroman's Official Instagram Page https://www.instagram.com/drkostromanofficial/▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Music: Inspiring Motivational Background by Stock-Waveshttps://www.stock-waves.com/https://protunes.net/Video Link:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pbwVDTn-I0o&list=PLQtpqy3zeTGB7V5lkhkfBVaiZyrysv_fG&index=5▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Music: Peaceful Corporate by Stock-Waveshttps://protunes.net/Video Link:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I34bTKW8ud0&list=PLQtpqy3zeTGB7V5lkhkfBVaiZyrysv_fG▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Medical Disclaimer:  The information provided in this communication is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read here. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.