LGBTQ+ Health Articles and Information

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Tips for Transitioning Later in Life

April 14, 2022

Transition can be difficult at any age, but may be more challenging for older adults. These tips can help you prepare. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: LGBTQ+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Too Old to Come Out? Coming Out Later in Life

April 13, 2022

No matter your age, it's never too late to come out. See these tips and resources to come out later in life. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: LGBTQ+ Health, Living and Wellness
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What You Need to Know About Gender Affirming Care and Population Health: Q&A with Joy Gero

March 18, 2022

Joy Gero, PsyD, is director of Population Health and Improvement and program manager of LGBTQIA+ Health at UPMC. Learn more. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: LGBTQ+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Gender-Affirming Care: What Is Top Surgery?

March 17, 2022

More transgender and nonbinary Americans are taking the next step in affirming their identity by seeking chest contouring surgery, or top surgery. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Plastic Surgery
Categorized as: LGBTQ+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Preparing for Gender Affirming Surgery

March 11, 2022

Gender affirming surgery can be an exciting but also stressful aspect of your transition. here's what to expect and how to prepare for it. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: LGBTQ+ Health, Living and Wellness
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What Is Gender-Affirming Surgery?

March 3, 2022

People may seek gender-affirming surgery when their gender identity doesn't match their sex assigned at birth. Learn more. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: LGBTQ+ Health, Living and Wellness
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What Is Gender-Affirming Care?

February 25, 2022

Gender-affirming health care can include surgery, hormone therapy, mental health care, and other medical services. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: LGBTQ+ Health, Living and Wellness
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UPMC Resources for Older LGBTQ+ People

November 19, 2021

Older LGBTQ people have different health care needs as they age and need to be able to find resources and support for LGBTQ seniors. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: LGBTQ+ Health, Living and Wellness
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UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Suicide Prevention Among LGBTQ+ Teens

November 15, 2021

Kristen L. Eckstrand, MD, PhD, Medical Director of UPMC LGBTQ+ Health, discusses ways you can help LGBTQ teens in need of suicide prevention. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, LGBTQ+ Health, Living and Wellness, Mental Health Awareness