Epidemiology of Gender Diversity

Oral Maxillofac Surg Clin North Am. 2024 Jan 11:S1042-3699(23)00097-3. doi: 10.1016/j.coms.2023.12.003. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTIn the United States, approximately 1.6 million individuals identify as transgender and gender diverse (TGD), encompassing a wide range of identities and experiences. Despite progress in visibility and acceptance, TGD people continue to face health care and societal disparities, especially affecting racial minorities. Although legal advancements have been achieved, the key to addressing these persistent health care disparities lies in implementing comprehensive and culturally sensitive health care practices and supportive policies. With a growing number of TGD people seeking gender-affirming care, it is imperative that health care practitioners understand the unique challenges faced by this community and provide tailored services with sensitivity and expertise.PMID:38216350 | DOI:10.1016/j.coms.2023.12.003
Source: The Surgical Clinics of North America - Category: Surgery Authors: Source Type: research