“While all women have specific health risks, lesbian and bisexual women are at a higher risk for certain diseases than other women”.1
Umbrella
What may the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Health Umbrella include?
Depending on the Source (DotS) this Umbrella may include:
- Bi
- Bisexual
- Gay
- Intersex
- Lesbian
- Questioning
- Transgender
- Trans
LGBTQ+ Community
Who may members of the LGBTQ+ community include?
In LGBTQ+ Health: Summary the (United States) MedlinePlus explain:
- Lesbian
- Gay
- Bisexual
- Transgender
- Queer or Questioning
- Elsewhere on the gender and sexuality spectrum or allies to the community”.2
Lesbian and Bisexual Women
What health concerns may lesbian and bisexual women have?
In Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Health: Lesbian and Bisexual Women the (United States) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention elaborate on:
“Lesbian and bisexual women are part of a diverse community with various health concerns. While all women have specific health risks, lesbian and bisexual women are at a higher risk for certain diseases than other women”.3
Depression and Anxiety
What factors may lead to depression and anxiety?
In Factors Affecting LGBTI People Beyondblue elaborate on:
“The majority of lesbian, gay, bi, trans, intersex and queer (LGBTIQ+) people lead happy, healthy, fulfilling lives. However, studies have found that non-heterosexual people face up to twice as much abuse or violence (including physical, mental, sexual or emotional) than their heterosexual counterparts. This prejudice and discrimination adds an additional layer of risk on top of biological, social, environmental and psychological factors which can lead to depression, anxiety and suicide”.4
In Factors Affecting LGBTI People: Lesbians and Other Women Attracted To Women Beyondblue also note:
Other research shows that bisexual and lesbian women experience higher levels of diagnosis or treatment for a mental health condition compared to women attracted to the opposite sex”.5
Health Care Provider
What if I would like help with my health?
If you would like help with your health, it may be in your best interest to choose to talk to your health care provider about this. Together you can discuss your options and if required, agree on who may be the most appropriate health care provider to help you.
Health Topics A-Z
Where may I find Health Topics related to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Health?
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This Links List to third party websites is neither comprehensive nor exhaustive. Inclusion on this Links List does not imply endorsement or recommendation. Non-inclusion on this Links List does not imply non-endorsement or non-recommendation. Third party websites are not under the control of Meno Martha International Menopause Directory. Third party websites may contain explicit medical images and/or sexual references. Please read Meno Martha International Menopause Directory’s Links Policy before proceeding to a Link. Please contact Webmaster if you experience a problem with a Link.- Abuse In LGBTQ+ Communities
- Anothercloset.com.au [Another Closet: Domestic & Family Violence and Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex and Queer People (LGBTIQ)]
- Anxiety
- Archives: Videos – Managing Menopause In Women With Chronic Medical Conditions
- Bioidentical Hormones Explained – A British Menopause Society Video
- Biresource.org [Bisexual Resource Center, United States]]
- Can Menopause Cause Anxiety, Depression or Panic Attacks?
- Cancer Facts for Lesbians and Bisexual Women
- Caredownthere.com.au
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) for Menopausal Symptoms
- Complementary Medicine Options for Menopausal Symptoms
- Complementary and Alternative Therapies Explained – A British Menopause Society Video
- Consortium.lgbt [Consortium for Stronger LGBT+ Communities]
- Depression In Women: 5 Things You Should Know
- Early Menopause: Women’s Experiences – Women’s Profiles
- Factors Affecting LGBTI People
- GLMA [Health Professionals Advancing LGBT Equality]
- GLMA: For Patients – Find A Provider
- GLMA: Resources – For Patients
- HIV and Women Who Have Sex With Women Fact Sheet
- Health After Menopause
- Health Issues for Lesbians and Women Who Have Sex With Women
- Help With Relationships
- Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Explained – A British Menopause Society Video
- How Are LGBTIQ+ Communities Uniquely Affected By Crises Such As COVID-19?
- How Does Hormone Therapy Affect Heart Health In Transgender People?
- How Right Now
- How To Prevent Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)
- Information About Menopause [Multiply Languages] [Videos]
- International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia [17 May 2021]
- Is Testosterone the Answer To Low Libido?
- LBT Women’s Health Week 2021 [United Kingdom]
- LGBT Foundation [United Kingdom]
- LGBT National Help Center [United States]
- LGBT National Help Center [United States]: LGBT National Hotline
- LGBTIQ+ Health Australia
- LGBTQ+ Health
- LGBTQI
- Lesbian, Gay, Bi, Trans, Intersex (LGBTI), and Bodily, Gender and Sexually Diverse People
- Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Health: About LGBT Health
- Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Health: Lesbian and Bisexual Women
- Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Health: Transgender Persons
- Lifting LGBTIQ+ Barriers – Medical Observer
- Maintaining Your Weight and Health During and After Menopause
- May Is Mental Health Month [United States]
- Mayo Clinic Minute: Coming Out As LGBTQ To Your Health Care Provider [+ Video Courtesy: Mayo Clinic]
- Mayo Clinic Minute: Lifestyle Changes To Manage Menopause Symptoms [+ Video]
- Mayo Clinic Minute: Why Cancer Screenings for the LGBTQ Community Are Important [+ Video Courtesy: Mayo Clinic News Network]
- Mayo Clinic Q&A Podcast: Barriers To Care for LGBTQ Community [+ Video Courtesy: Mayo Clinic News Network]
- Menopause
- Menopause
- Menopause
- Menopause Explained – A British Menopause Society Video
- Menopause What Are the Symptoms?
- Menopause and Depression
- Menopause – What Are the Symptoms? [Multiply Languages] [Video]
- Menopause: Non-Hormonal Treatment & Relief for Hot Flashes
- Mental Health
- Mental Health Awareness Week [May, United Kingdom]
- Mental Health Issues If You’re Gay, Lesbian or Bisexual
- My Periods Have Changed. Is Menopause Around the Corner?
- National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Menopausal Symptoms: In Depth
- National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Women’s Health and Complementary Approaches
- National Domestic Violence Hotline [United States]
- National LGBT Cancer Network
- National Resource Center on LGBT Aging
- Our Health Matters [+ Video]
- On Our Own Terms (OOOT)
- Pride In Sport
- Protect Yourself During Sex
- R U OK? Day 10 September 2020 [Australia]: LGBTI + Resources
- Recognizing the Needs of Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Women
- Relationship Checklist
- Safe Sex Rules Still Apply
- Sageusa.org [SAGE: Advocacy & Services for LGBT Elders]
- Sexual Health Issues [Topics]
- Sexual Health for Transgender Persons
- Sexual Health: Female Sexual Problems
- Sexual Health: STI Symptoms That Need Checking
- Sexual Health: Sexual Health for Lesbian and Bisexual Women
- Stonewall.org.uk
- Take Action Before the Blues Take Over
- Take Pride In Your Health—Be Proud, Bold, and Smokefree!
- Ten Things Bisexuals Should Discuss With Their Healthcare Provider
- The Menopause Blues
- Ten Things Transgender Persons Should Discuss With Their Healthcare Care Provider
- Together: Resisting, Supporting, Healing
- Top 10 Things Lesbians Should Discuss With Their Healthcare Provider
- Top Health Checks for Women
- Top Ten Issues To Discuss With Your Healthcare Provider
- Transgender Health
- Transgender Health
- Video Series-2021 – Treatment Options for Vaginal Dryness and Urinary Issues
- Video Series-2021 – What Women Need To Know About Hormone Therapies
- Video Series-2021 – What You Need to Know About the #1 Cause of Death in Women
- Webinars: Transgender and Menopause
- Webinars: Other Webinars – What To Offer for Vasomotor Symptoms When MHT Is Contraindicated [Menopausal Hormone Therapy]
- Women’s Wellness: Hot Flashes and Night Sweats Happen After Menopause [+ Video]
- Women’s Wellness: Signs and Symptoms of Vaginal Health Problems
- World Sexual Health Day
Sources
Where may I find the Sources quoted?
You may find the Sources quoted at:
Sources
- Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Health: Lesbian and Bisexual Women. Page Last Reviewed: 22 April 2021. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention https://www.cdc.gov/lgbthealth/women.html Accessed: 17 May 2021
- LGBTQ+ Health: Summary. Page Last Updated on: 05 May 2021. Topic Last Reviewed: 14 May 2018. MedlinePlus https://medlineplus.gov/lgbtqhealth.html Accessed: 17 May 2021
- Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Health: Lesbian and Bisexual Women. Page Last Reviewed: 22 April 2021. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention https://www.cdc.gov/lgbthealth/women.html Accessed: 17 May 2021
- Factors Affecting LGBTI People. Beyondblue https://www.beyondblue.org.au/who-does-it-affect/lesbian-gay-bi-trans-and-intersex-lgbti-people/factors-affecting-lgbti-people Accessed: 17 May 2021
- Factors Affecting LGBTI People – Lesbians and Other Women Attracted To Women. Beyondblue https://www.beyondblue.org.au/who-does-it-affect/lesbian-gay-bi-trans-and-intersex-lgbti-people/factors-affecting-lgbti-people Accessed: 17 May 2021
Topic Last Updated: 01 July 2021 – Topic Last Reviewed: 17 May 2021
