LGBTQ+ Health Articles and Information

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What Is Gender Dysphoria? Symptoms and How to Help

November 10, 2021

Understanding gender dysphoria can help you find the health care you need or help you support a loved one. Here's what you need to know. Read More

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Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: How to Support Someone Who’s Coming Out

October 18, 2021

Dr. Joy Gero talks about what you should and should not say when someone comes out to you, as well as other ways to be a good ally. Read More

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Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness, UPMC HealthBeat Podcast
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Depression in the LGBTQIA+ Community

October 12, 2021

Members of the LGBTQ+ community have a higher risk of depression than others. Know the symptoms and how to get help. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, LGBTQIA+ Health, Mental Health
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Article - 18 Minute Read

UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Understanding LGBTQIA+ Identities

September 20, 2021

Want to be a good ally but aren’t sure about the proper terms or even how to ask about pronouns? Dr. Joy Gero, Program Manager for LGBTQ Health, UPMC Health Services Division answers some of the questions you may have been afraid to ask. Read More

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Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, LGBTQIA+ Health, UPMC HealthBeat Podcast
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Finding a Doctor Who Is an LGBTQIA+ Ally

September 13, 2021

Here's how to find an LGBTQ friendly doctor who is a willing ally to gay, trans, and queer people and understand their healthcare needs. Read More

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Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Depression and Anxiety in The Transgender Community

September 2, 2021

Transgender people have an increased risk of anxiety and depression, but a supportive social network reduces this risk. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health
Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 5 Minute Read

Supporting Transgender and Other Gender-Diverse Youth: Understanding Gender Identity in Children

August 31, 2021

Want to be an ally to gender-diverse youth? Here are some tips to help you support transgender and gender-diverse youth. Read More

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Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 7 Minute Read

Understanding LGBTQIA+ Identities: Key Definitions to Know

June 21, 2021

It's important to respect and honor people's sexual orientation and gender identity and expression. Get the facts. Read More

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Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 2 Minute Read

Support for LGBTQIA+ Youth

March 31, 2021

Providing support for LGBTQ kids and young adults is crucial. It can be as easy as listening and asking what you can do to help them. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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