Bisexual Health Awareness Month
Understanding and Supporting Bi+ Health
Every March, communities across the country observe Bisexual Health Awareness Month—also known as Bi+ Health Awareness Month—to highlight the unique health experiences, challenges, and strengths of people who identify as bisexual, pansexual, fluid, queer, or otherwise attracted to more than one gender. At Brazoria County Pride, we believe that visibility and education are powerful tools for building a healthier and more supportive community for everyone.
What Does “Bi+” Mean?
The term Bi+ is often used as an umbrella that includes bisexual, pansexual, polysexual, fluid, and other identities that experience attraction to more than one gender. While bisexual people make up one of the largest groups within the LGBTQ+ community, they are also among the most frequently misunderstood.
Many Bi+ individuals experience “invisibility”—the assumption that they are either straight or gay depending on their partner. This misunderstanding can lead to feelings of isolation and can sometimes make it harder for Bi+ people to access affirming healthcare and support.
Understanding the Health Disparities
Research from organizations such as the Bisexual Resource Center and Human Rights Campaign has shown that Bi+ individuals often face unique health challenges compared to both heterosexual and gay/lesbian populations. These disparities can include:
Higher rates of anxiety and depression
Increased risk of substance use
Greater experiences of social isolation
Higher rates of intimate partner violence
Barriers to affirming healthcare
One factor contributing to these disparities is something researchers call “double discrimination.” Bi+ individuals may face stigma from outside the LGBTQ+ community as well as within it. This can create added stress that impacts mental and physical health.
Why Awareness Matters
Bisexual Health Awareness Month is about bringing visibility to these issues and advocating for better care and understanding. When healthcare providers, community organizations, and allies understand Bi+ experiences, they are better equipped to create environments where people feel safe, respected, and heard.
Awareness also encourages Bi+ individuals to prioritize their health, seek supportive communities, and know that their identities are valid and valued.
How Communities Can Help
Supporting Bi+ health starts with listening, learning, and showing up. Here are a few ways we can all contribute:
💗 Challenge stereotypes about bisexuality and Bi+ identities.
💜 Use inclusive language that acknowledges attraction beyond the gender binary.
💙 Support Bi+ visibility in LGBTQ+ spaces and leadership.
💜 Encourage affirming healthcare that respects each person’s identity and experiences.
💗 Create welcoming community spaces where people can be their authentic selves.
Building a Healthier Future Together
At Brazoria County Pride, our mission is to create safe, welcoming, and affirming spaces for LGBTQ+ individuals throughout our community. Observances like Bisexual Health Awareness Month remind us that health equity begins with recognition, compassion, and advocacy.
Everyone deserves access to supportive healthcare, community connection, and the freedom to live authentically.
If you're looking to connect with community members or learn more about upcoming events, we encourage you to check out our monthly socials and community gatherings—spaces where everyone is welcome just as they are.
Together, we can build a community where Bi+ individuals are visible, valued, and supported—not just in March, but every day of the year. 💗💜💙