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Local LGBT centers, online directories, visual cues and gender-affirming care or non-discrimination policies can all be helpful resources and cues
Start with one person you trust, and then you can open the door to the rest of the world
Research healthcare providers who are welcoming and affirming, and advocate for yourself
Inequality hurts our health at a personal, community and global level
Your sex assigned at birth plays some role in the types of screenings and exams you need
Gender exists on a spectrum, with several gender identities to choose from
Sexual orientation exists on a spectrum and can result in a wide range of relationships
Kids aren’t too young to understand or question concepts related to gender
Find out how they’re making life a little easier for gender-diverse kids
Sexting has become all too common among kids, putting them at risk for bullying, blackmailing and human trafficking
This romantic orientation involves little to no romantic attraction to others and exists on a spectrum
Communication is key, but so is kindness
Healthy boundaries are important to put in place for friends, family and coworkers
Our understanding of what it means to be asexual has blossomed
Red flags can pop up early in a relationship and may lead to serious issues like domestic abuse
Being nonbinary means not identifying solely (or at all) with being male or female
Contributing factors include racial disparities, high barriers to care and more
It can be difficult to qualify for certain tests
An LGBTQ+ care specialist talks risks, recommendations and more
Anyone with a prostate can get prostate cancer, but some symptoms could be masked
‘Safer sex’ means STI prevention, avoiding unintended pregnancies and psychologically safe practices for everyone
