The Transgender American Veterans Association filed a lawsuit on Thursday over the Department of Veterans Affairs’ failure to act after years of inaction.
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Life updates after getting married extend far beyond the emotional and romantic aspects of the union. Legal, financial, and health considerations demand careful attention...
In light of recent changes pertaining to gay and bisexual men donating blood, Middle Tennessee’s local blood supplier, Blood Assurance, is hosting a celebratory...
For the first time, the U.S. Census Bureau has collected national data on sexual orientation and gender identity related to disaster displacement.
Privacy Matters: Legal Battle Brews as VUMC Faces Lawsuit Over Release of Patient Records
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Vanderbilt University Medical Center is under scrutiny for allegedly revealing transgender patients' medical records to Tennessee's Attorney General in a potential violation of HIPAA....
Within the LGBTQ+ community, the prevalence of suicide is alarmingly high, making it a matter of utmost concern for mental health professionals, advocates, and...
Red Cross Statement on FDA’s Final Guidance Regarding Individual Donor Assessment for Blood Donation
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On August 7, the American Red Cross implemented the updated FDA blood donation guidelines which eliminate questions based on sexual orientation. We look forward...
Over the weekend, a panel of judges on the 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals allowed Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming care for minors to...
“We trans people are scared and people are going to start losing their lives because they can’t get the care they need.”
International travel can be an exciting and transformative experience, but it's important to prioritize your health in order to fully enjoy the journey. We...
