LGBTQIA+ Health

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How Does Trauma Affect LGBTQIA+ Communities?

April 24, 2023

LGBTQIA+ trauma is common throughout people's lives and can increase the risk of anxiety, depression, PTSD, and suicide. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Heart Disease in the LGBTQIA+ Community

February 16, 2023

The LGBTQ population has a higher risk of heart disease than the general population, but there are ways to reduce that risk. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Eating Disorders in the LGBTQ+ Community

January 31, 2023

Eating disorders can affect anyone of any age, but most develop in teens and young adults. One at-risk population is the LGBTQIA+ community. Read More

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Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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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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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

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Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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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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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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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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