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Breast Cancer in the LGBTQIA+ Community

January 19, 2023

Learn about the risk factors, prevention strategies, and warning signs of breast cancer for members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, UPMC Magee-Womens
Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Living With Social Anxiety as an LGBTQIA+ Person

January 10, 2023

LGBTQIA+ people experience social anxiety disorder at higher rates than other groups of people. Learn what social anxiety disorder is and how to combat it. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: New Here - Mental Health
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Finding a Therapist Friendly to LGBTQIA+ Needs

November 2, 2022

Finding the right therapist is a tough task. A mental health worker should be someone you trust who can grasp your problems and relate to you personally. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, LGBTQIA+ Health
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Dealing with Abuse in LGBTQ+ Relationships

September 15, 2022

Domestic abuse can come in many forms and members of the LGBTQ+ community are especially vulnerable to all of these forms of violence. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Luca’s Story: Aligning With His Identity Through Gender-Affirming Surgery

July 19, 2022

Learn how gender-affirming top surgery at UPMC Passavant with Dr. Brodie Parent helped Luca align with his gender identity. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness, UPMC Stories
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Gender-Inclusive Care Is Available at UPMC Passavant

July 18, 2022

There can be biases in health care for members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Read to learn how UPMC Passavant provides high quality, gender-inclusive care. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Learn What Pride Month Means

June 20, 2022

Lisa Bryan-Morris, Chief Nursing Officer at UPMC Passavant discusses Pride Month and UPMC’s commitment to the LGBTQ+ community. Listen Now

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness, UPMC HealthBeat Podcast
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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: LGBTQIA+ 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: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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