Nurse Practitioners Advocate Access to Hormone Therapy for Transgender Patients
Study finds nurse practitioners should advocate for gender-affirming hormone therapy (GAHT) to alleviate depressive symptoms in transgender patients.
Diagnosis & Disease Information
Few Adolescent Men Who Have Sex With Men Have Had HIV Test
Most have regular doctor, but few have had conversations about same-sex sexual behaviors, HIV testing.
Sensitivity Training Needed to Improve Healthcare of LGBTQ Women
A systematic review of all recent evidence on sexual minority women’s experiences of UK healthcare in a variety of settings found gaps in culturally competent care.
Gender-Affirming Surgery May Aid Long-Term Mental Health
Longitudinal association identified in individuals with a gender incongruence diagnosis.
Mental Health Burden Increased for Gender-Minority College Students
Odds of having at least one mental health problem greater for GM vs cisgender students.
Elements of Successful Transgender Medical Management and Patient Care
The largest barrier to care for transgender persons is a lack of knowledgeable providers who offer appropriate and culturally competent care.
Guide Addresses Medical Issues Relevant to Transgender Persons
Successful care environment includes clinician, staff training and inclusive practice policies.
Hormone Therapy in Transgender Women Ups Breast Cancer Risk
Transgender people on hormones, cisgender people should follow same breast cancer screening guidelines.
Diminished HRQOL More Likely Among Transgender Adults
Transgender adults report more days of combined poor physical and mental health, activity limitation.
Opioid Misuse Varies With Sexual Orientation
Prescription opioid misuse more likely for female respondents identifying as bisexual.
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