Sexual and Gender Minority Health
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Welcome to the Sexual and Gender Minority Health Research guide. This guide has been designed to assist the community and health professionals with finding health information relating to the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer communities.
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Health Organizations
- Center for Research on Gender and Sexuality (CREGS)CREGS is founded on the unique concept of sexual literacy—the positive, integrated, and holistic view of sexuality from a social justice perspective. (Formerly the National Sexuality Resource Center.)
- 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.
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
General Health Information Resources
- 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.
- AidsSourceThe 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.
Support
Local support groups and resources in the state of Michigan.
- 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.
LGBTQ Observances
LGBT Health Awareness Week:
Last week of March
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
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.
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.