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Article - 5 Minute Read
Addiction in the LGBTQIA+ Community: Understanding Substance Abuse
LGBTQIA+ substance use is higher than in the straight population because of greater stigma, discrimination, trauma, stress, and mental health issues. Read More
Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 3 Minute Read
What Does Intersex Mean? Here’s What You Need to Know
You may have heard the term "intersex" when talking about gender or the LGBTQIA+ community. Learn more about what this means. Read More
Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Reproductive Health Resources for the LGBTQIA+ Community
LGBTQ+ couples have many fertility options for starting a family. Learn about the options that are best for yours. Read More
Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 7 Minute Read
The Connection Between Trauma and Mental Health in the LGBTQIA+ Community
LGBTQIA+ people may face discrimination and harassment in many areas of life. Here are some types of everyday situations that are harmful to LGBTQIA+ mental health. Read More
Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 7 Minute Read
Supporting LGBTQIA+ Survivors of Domestic Abuse
You can help support LGBTQIA+ survivors and victims of domestic violence by knowing the warning signs of abuse and offering emotional or material support. Read More
Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Barriers to Care: Addressing Breast Cancer in the LGBTQIA+ Community
LGBTQIA+ breast cancer risk is higher than in straight people, but resources for LGBTQIA+ support are available. Read More
Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 6 Minute Read
LGBTQIA+ Health Disparities: How to Close the Gap
LGBTQIA+ health disparities make it harder for LGBTQIA+ people to get medical care, but it is possible to improve health care for LGBTQIA+ people. Read More
Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health
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Article - 5 Minute Read
How Does Trauma Affect LGBTQIA+ Communities?
LGBTQIA+ trauma is common throughout people's lives and can increase the risk of anxiety, depression, PTSD, and suicide. Read More
Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Heart Disease in the LGBTQIA+ Community
The LGBTQ population has a higher risk of heart disease than the general population, but there are ways to reduce that risk. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness