The COVID-19 outbreak has threatened global public health and while every individual faces unique challenges, the LBGTQ community are particularly vulnerable. This article glances at the disproportionate risk related to the COVID-19 pandemic in the sexual minorities due to stigma and social discrimination which has impeded on their access to healthcare. The article also explores the psycho-social factors behind the same and highlights specific ways to mitigate these risks for better care. Adopting a rights-based perspective for the LGBTQ community through public health measures during such crises can help reduce stigma and promote their social inclusion.