How Trauma and Stress from the Past Hinder Intimacy and Connection in Relationships

Intimacy is at the heart of human connection, whether it’s romantic, platonic, or familial. It’s the thread that binds people together, creating a space where trust, vulnerability, and emotional sharing can thrive. But for many people, trauma and unresolved stress from the past can put significant barriers in the way of forming and maintaining deep,…

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Queer Women and Cervical Screening

In many medical situations, queer women are often disregarded or overlooked for very important cervical screenings that should be happening on a regular basis. If you are a person who has sex or intimate time with other women and are older than twenty-one, you should be being screened for cervical cancer yearly. Anyone who owns…

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PCOS and Infertility

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common hormonal disorders affecting people of reproductive age. It impacts an estimated 1 in 10 women and is a leading cause of infertility. While not everyone with PCOS will experience difficulties conceiving, the condition often interferes with ovulation and overall reproductive health, making family planning more…

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How to have the “Coming Out” Talk with your Medical Care Team

If you are an LGBTQIA human, your doctors and medical care team should all be made aware. The conversation you will need to have can be brief and to the point, but if it is not had, you could be missing out on important and beneficial preventative care, treatments, or counseling you may qualify for.…

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Being a “Flat Topper” with Breast Cancer: Description & Points

Just what is a “flat topper”? This newly coined term describes the LGBTQIA person who had breasts, and for whatever reason or choice, has decided that they are more comfortable in life with a flat chest, or flat top. For many females, transgendered individuals, and gender non-conforming people, having breasts hinders their ability to self-identify…

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Cancer Facts & Risks for Bisexual and Gay Men

When working towards lowering your risk of cancer, protecting yourself and the people you care about is a must. The most common types of cancer to affect men in the United States are lung, prostate, colon, and skin cancer; with growing rates of testicular cancer throughout 2018. When cancers are detected and treated early, this…

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