Transgender Health
From the Journals
Large study finds trans men on testosterone at risk for blood clots
Transgender men who take testosterone are at risk of developing erythrocytosis and future thrombotic events, especially if they smoke and are...
News
First monthly injectable HIV treatment approved by FDA
Conference Coverage
LGBTQ+ youth issues include fertility counseling and foster care
Two studies in the previous year highlight key areas with clinical implications for pediatricians when caring for LGBTQ+ patients.
From the Journals
Endocrine societies push back on discriminatory transgender health policies
Recent proposed legislation that would limit access to medical care for transgender and gender-diverse individuals sparked a call for evidence-...
Conference Coverage
Don’t miss cardiovascular risk factors in transgender patients
Transgender patients seeking gender affirming hormone therapy showed an increased risk of cardiovascular disease at baseline
From the Journals
AHA issues new scientific statement on heart health for LGBTQ adults
The AHA urges routine check of cardiovascular health and efforts to combat discrimination in the health care setting for LGBTQ adults.
Opinion
Back to school: How pediatricians can help LGBTQ youth
For LGBTQ youth, this can be both a blessing and a curse.
Latest News
Ignored by doctors, transgender people turn to DIY treatments
From the Journals
Hormone therapy boosts body image in transgender youth
After a year, gender-affirming hormone therapy improved body satisfaction and mental health in adolescents.
From the Journals
Focus groups seek transgender experience with HIV prevention
From the Journals
Gender pronouns in EMR preferred by many gender nonconforming teens
Only 9% of transgender and gender nonconforming youth surveyed said they were usually asked their preferred name and pronouns even though the...