Article 62V53 Vietnam declares being LGBTQ+ is ‘not an illness’ in victory for gay rights

Vietnam declares being LGBTQ+ is ‘not an illness’ in victory for gay rights

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Jasmine Gadhavi
from World news | The Guardian on (#62V53)

Campaigners hail landmark decision as a huge paradigm shift' in attitudes towards sexuality

Being gay, bisexual or transgender should not be considered an illness and cannot be treated, the Vietnam government has announced in a huge paradigm shift" in LGBTQ+ rights in the country.

The Ministry of Health said medical professionals should treat LGBTQ+ people with respect and ensure they are not discriminated against.

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