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Transgender health

Transgender, gender nonconforming, or nonbinary people experience a number of unique health challenges and we’re here to help you better understand.

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How to Update Your Identity Documents to Match Your Gender
Here’s how to change your documents and IDs to help ease the process of affirming your gender.

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Accessing Gender-Affirming Health Care: Tips for Navigating the System
Here’s how to advocate for yourself in the healthcare system, find quality providers, and pay for ge...

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5 Keys to General Wellness for Gender-Diverse People
Following these tips can boost your health and overall well-being.

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Why Are Transgender and Gender-Diverse People at Greater Risk for Diabetes and Heart Disease?
Gender-affirming hormone therapy may play a role, but it’s only part of the story.

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What Transgender People Need to Know About Bone Health
Taking care of your bones now can reduce your risk of fractures later on.

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Gender 101: How gender is defined
Marci Bowers, MD, explains how gender is defined as more people seek out gender-affirming surgery. ...

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How Does Gender-Affirming Voice Therapy Work?
Discover whether voice therapy may be right for you.

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5 Myths About Transgender Mental Health—and Why They’re Harmful
Understanding the truth can help boost mental well-being for gender-diverse people.

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Why advocacy matters for the trans, Black, and HIV-positive community
“HIV advocacy in the black and trans community is very important.” - Mallery, HIV patient

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Sharing Care: The Posse Foundation, helping students in Atlanta and beyond
Many young scholars benefit socially, emotionally, and academically from the support of The Posse Fo...