Altered CVD Risk in Transgender Adults Undergoing Hormone Therapy
Cardiovascular disease risk factors may be altered among transgender adults receiving cross-sex hormone therapy (CSHT).
Diagnosis & Disease Information
Young Men Who Have Sex With Men Not Seeking Enough HIV Testing
Only 28% of young MSM have HIV testing, although they account for 83% of new diagnoses.
Gender Minority Individuals Have Higher Probability of Lower Overall Health
Public health professionals need to pay attention to this vulnerable population, researchers say.
Q&A: A Transgender Woman’s Perspective on HIV Research
Dr Sara Gianella talks with Brooke Sullivan, a transgender woman and HIV activist, about ways to improve transgender individuals’ involvement in HIV research.
Q&A: Effects of PrEP in the Transgender Community
Dr Sara Gianella talks with Dr Sheldon Morris, from the University of California San Diego AntiViral Research Center about an upcoming PrEP study in transgender people.
Gender Reassignment Surgeries on the Rise Since 2015
The rise is attributed to more widespread insurance coverage and growing acceptance of transgender people.
It’s Time to Address Body Image Issues in Gay Men
Nearly 15% of all gay men report dealing with anorexia or bulimia during their lifetime.
Many Elderly LGBTQ Individuals Experience Barriers to Care
Elderly LGBTQ individuals are more likely to be depressed and have poor general health than non-LGBTQ seniors.
Most Patients Willing to Provide Sexual Orientation Information to Physicians
However, ER providers expected most patients to refuse to provide this information.
Hormone Therapy Use Considered Safe Among Transgender Adolescents
Although there were increased hemoglobin, hematocrit, BMI and lower HDL levels seen with testosterone use.
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