In 2024, a record 533 bills targeting LGBTQ+ populations were introduced by state legislatures, influencing various aspects of life and health. Research demonstrates that social determinants of health significantly impact LGBTQ+ well-being, and policies aimed at this community can affect everyone's health outcomes. Notably, the legalization of same-sex marriage has led to increased access to health insurance and improved health metrics for LGBTQ+ individuals, showcasing the profound influence of public policy on health and social attitudes towards the LGBTQ+ community.
In 2024, state legislatures introduced an all-time record of 533 bills targeting LGBTQ+ populations, creating a patchwork of legal landscapes affecting everyday life.
Anti-LGBTQ+ public policies can have lasting effects on everyone’s health, highlighting the importance of social determinants of health in LGBTQ+ well-being.
Same-sex marriage legalization resulted in improved health outcomes and increased access to health insurance, demonstrating the direct impact of public policies on LGBTQ+ health.
Research indicates that social attitudes towards LGBTQ+ people improved after same-sex marriage legalization, lowering healthcare costs for gay and bisexual men regardless of marital status.
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