Resources
Resources for LGBTQ+ Health Equity
As part of our mission to advance LGBTQ+ health equity, GLMA produces and shares comprehensive LGBTQ+ health resources that cater to both healthcare providers and patients. For healthcare providers, GLMA provides evidence-based educational resources and training to help them provide competent, culturally responsive care to LGBTQ+ patients. For patients, GLMA offers a wealth of information and resources to help them navigate the healthcare system and find LGBTQ+ affirming healthcare providers.
Whether you're a health care provider or an LGBTQ+ patient, GLMA's resources can help you achieve better health outcomes and promote greater health equity for all. Browse some of the leading resources below.
Looking for a specific training or resource for your company or school? GLMA offers bespoke trainings and educational resources for partners upon request. Reach out to info@glma.org for more information.
Resources for Patients
GLMA's Top 10 Things to Discuss with Your Provider
The GLMA "10 Things" lists are resources to provide practical guidance to help LGBTQ+ patients navigate conversations with their healthcare providers. Whether you're bisexual, gay, transgender, or lesbian, each guide offers tailored insights to support affirming and informed care.
10 Things Lesbians Should Discuss with Their Health Care Providers
10 Things Bisexuals Should Discuss with Their Health Care Providers
10 Things Trans People Should Discuss with Their Health Care Providers
10 Things Gay Men Should Discuss with Their Health Care Providers
Trans Health Survey:
Take the Pledge
SAGE:
Advance Care Planning Toolkit
National LGBT Cancer Network:
Colorectal Toolkit
Transgender Law Center:
The Disability Project
Center for Southern Equality:
Trans Youth Emergency Project
Point of Pride:
Financial Aid for Trans Health
Resources for Providers
National LGBTQIA+ Health
Education Center
Whitman-Walker Institute:
Research, Policy, and Education
The Abortion Defense Network:
Legal Support for Abortion Providers
The Trevor Project:
Talking About LGBTQ+ Suicide
National Immigration Law Center Health Care & Immigration Enforcement
Center for HIV Law & Policy:
Model Policy on Data Privacy
NMAC:
Advancing PrEP Access & Uptake
SAGECare Inclusive Intake:
Asking Older Adults SOGI Questions
GLMA Policy Brief:
Medicaid Rebate Stacking Policy
AMA Issue Brief:
Telehealth Licensure
Center for Disease Control:
Tips From Former Smokers®
AMA: Equity in Telehealth
Taking Key Steps Forward
The GLMA Handbook on LGBT Health (2019)
Volume 1
Recommendations for Enhancing the Climate for LGBT Students & Employees
in Health Professional Schools (2013)
Same-Sex Marriage and Health:
Gay and Lesbian Medical Association Marriage Equality Index (2008)
Guidelines for Care of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Patients (2006)
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