Health Organizations
- GLMA: Gay and Lesbian Medical AssociationGLMA's mission is to ensure equality in health care for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender individuals and health care providers.
- National Coalition for LGBT HealthThe Coalition is committed to improving the health and well-being of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals through federal advocacy that is focused on research, policy, education, and training.
- National LGBT Cancer Network
- National LGBT Tobacco Control Network
- National Sexuality Resource CenterNSRC is founded on the unique concept of sexual literacy—the positive, integrated, and holistic view of sexuality from a social justice perspective.
Help Lines
GLBT National Hotline
1-888-843-4564
Fenway Inst. GLBT Helpline
1(888)340-4528
Fenway Inst. Peer Listening Line
1(800)399-PEER
Trevor Project Suicide Prevention Helpline
1(866)4-U-TREVOR
Affirmations Helpline
Based in Ferndale, MI
Avail. Tues-Sat 4-9pm
1(800)398-GAYS
TTY Line: 1(248)677-7235
LGBTQ Observances
LGBT Health Awareness Week:
March 28 - April 1
GLBT Pride Month:
June
National Coming Out Day:
October 11
Transgender Day of Remembrance:
November 20
GLBT History Month:
October
World AIDS Day:
December 1
Welcome!
Welcome to the LGBTQ Health Resources guide. This guide has been designed to assist the community and health professionals with finding health information relating to the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgendered and Queer communities. Users can navigate the guide by clicking on the appropriate tab which cooresponds to the type of information they wish to find.
Please feel free to send us comments or suggestions by clicking on the "Comments" link located in the lower left corner of every page section.
General Health Information Resources
- APHA: Gay and Lesbian HealthThe American Public Health Association is the oldest and most diverse organization of public health professionals in the world and has been working to improve public health since 1872.
- CDC Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender HealthThese pages provide information and resources on some of the health issues and inequities affecting LGBT communities. Links to other information sources and resources are also provided. Some of this information is designed for members of the general public.
- MedlinePlus: Gay, Lesbian and Transgender HealthGay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender individuals have special health concerns besides the usual ones that affect most men and women. On this page you'll find information about these specific health issues.
- National Gay and Lesbian Taskforce: Health & HIV/AIDS PageThe mission of the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force is to build the political power of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community from the ground up. The Health & HIV/AIDS page includes a list of LGBTQ health-related reports and press releases.
- Specialized Information Services: Gay and Lesbian HealthThe Division of Specialized Information Services (SIS) produces information resources on a range of topics covering toxicology, environmental health, HIV/AIDS, drug and consumer product information, and disaster/emergency preparedness and response.
- MPOWERED: Best and Promising Practices for LGBT Tobacco Prevention and ControlA unique assemblage of detail on the specific practices that have been used repeatedly at the local levels to create effective projects and policies in relation to tobacco prevention and control in the LGBTQ population.
Relevant Guides
Links to other library research guides related to LGBTQ health.
- Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender & Queer StudiesThis guide has been designed to assist scholars with finding relevant materials for their social science research on topics and issues relating to the LGBTQ communities.
- World AIDS WeekThis is a research guide highlighting local, national and international resources and information about HIV and AIDS.
The Sexual Continuum Blog by Psychology Today
Discussing all things related to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) health and development: from the biology of sexual orientation to talking to your family about sexuality to the pros and cons of the Internet in our romantic lives. Hover the cursor over the title to view the article's abstract.
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Find a Healthcare Provider
Are you lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender and looking for a healthcare professional you can trust?
GLMA’s online Provider Directory can help. Search for primary care providers, specialists, therapists, dentists, and other health professionals in your area.
- Provider DirectoryScroll down on the page to click the "Provider Directory" link. Before using this service, be sure to read the Important Information section below the link.
- UMHS Provider DirectoryThe Pride Network maintains a list of University of Michigan healthcare providers who have self identified as providing sensitive and knowledgeable health care for Transgender, Bisexual, Lesbian and or Gay patients and families.
This page also includes tips on finding an LGBTQ-friendly provider and coming out to your provider, as well as other resources.
Support
Local support groups and resources in the state of Michigan.
- HIV/AIDS Resource Center (HARC)Providing HIV/AIDS related services to the people of Jackson, Lenawee, Livingston, and Washtenaw Counties.
- Jim Toy Community CenterA resource center that exists to provide information, education, social events, and advocacy by and for the Queer and Ally community in the Washtenaw County area.
- Resources from the UM Spectrum CenterList of UM, community, statewide, and national resources
- Affirmations Discussion & Support GroupsAffirmations: Metro Detroit's community center for LGBT people and their allies, located in Ferndale, MI.
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