LGBTQ+ Health

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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 why LGBTQ+ adolescences and teens are more likely to attempt suicide than their straight peers. She also provides information on the warning signs of suicide and ways you can help an adolescent or teen in need.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health

Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, LGBTQ+ Health, Living and Wellness, Mental Health
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What Is Gender Dysphoria? Symptoms, Treatment, 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.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: LGBTQ+ 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, Program Manager of LGBTQ Health at UPMC 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

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: LGBTQ+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Depression in the LGBTQ+ 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, LGBTQ+ Health, Mental Health
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UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Understanding LGBTQ+ 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

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, LGBTQ+ Health
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Finding a Doctor Who Is an LGBTQ Ally

September 13, 2021

Here's how to find LGBTQ friendly doctors who are allies to gay, trans, and queer people and understand their healthcare needs.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: LGBTQ+ 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: LGBTQ+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Supporting Transgender and Other Gender-Diverse Youth: Understanding Gender Identity in Children

August 31, 2021

Here are tips to help you support transgender and gender-diverse youth.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

Categorized as: LGBTQ+ Health, Living and Wellness