<p>In this episode of the <em>Saving Lives Podcast</em>, host Stacy Agosto sits down with Jona Tanguay, MMSc, PA-C, AAHIVS, CAQ-Psych(they/them), to explore how substance use disorder care can better serve LGBTQIA+ communities. Tanguay shares insights on the specific substances more commonly used in queer and trans communities, the unique overdose risks they pose, and how Overdose Safety Planning (ODSP) can be tailored to reflect the lived experiences of LGBTQIA+ people.</p><p>With roles spanning Vice President of Medical Services and Gender-Affirming Care at Amida Care, President of GLMA, part-time telehealth clinician at Whitman-Walker Health, and founder of <a href="https://www.chemsexharmreduction.org/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">ChemsexHarmReduction.org</a>, Tanguay brings a deep understanding of harm reduction, medical equity, and community-centered care.</p>