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Center Facts: LGBT Seniors in the District of Columbia
A major challenge facing LGBT seniors nationwide and in the District is the threat of discrimination and economic insecurity, as well as a lack of traditional support networks and proper healthcare. read this fact sheet online | download the pdf file Center Facts: LGBT Youth in the District of Columbia
Both in DC and nationwide data, youth face emotional and sometimes physical risks as a result of being perceived as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender. read this fact sheet online | download the pdf file Center Facts: Smoking and the LGBT Community
The LGBT community is among the populations most severely impacted by tobacco use. The most recent study suggests the LGBT community smokes at a rate almost 50% to 200% higher than the general population. Center Facts: Smoking and HIV/AIDs
With proper treatment, many people living with HIV/AIDS in the District are living longer, more productive lives, but smoking poses a great threat to their long-term health and well-being. |
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