By: Plume Community Member Chosen family is a term used to describe a relationship between individuals who are not necessarily related by blood, but who consider themselves to be family nonetheless. It is especially prevalent in the LGBTQ+ community, where many people may not have the support of their biological families. For transgender individuals in […]
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By: Plume Community Member A mental health crisis is a situation in which someone’s mental health has deteriorated to the point where they require immediate and urgent assistance to keep themselves safe. It could involve anxiety, stress, depression, or any other mental health issue that is causing a person to experience significant distress or difficulty
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By: Plume Community Member Affirming gender-related health care is a type of health care that provides support, validation, and understanding for people of all gender identities and expressions. It is essential for the well-being and emotional health of those people who may not feel seen and heard in the medical system. It is a way
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By: Plume Community Member Gender-affirming surgery, also known as confirmation surgery, is a type of surgery that is available to transgender and non-binary people. It allows individuals to physically align their bodies with their gender identity. This surgery may involve a variety of different procedures, such as top surgery, genital surgery, and facial feminization surgery.
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By: Plume Community Member Masculinity has traditionally been associated with certain gender roles, behaviors and characteristics that are typically seen as being more common among men than women. For many trans and nonbinary people, masculinity can mean a range of different things. For some transmasculine people, masculinity can mean embracing certain masculine traits, such as
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By: Plume Community Member Femininity is a concept that is often closely associated with gender, and for many trans and nonbinary people, it can be a source of both celebration and confusion. Transfeminine people, such as trans women, might use femininity to express their true gender identity and to be seen in the world as
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In order to provide healthcare services to you and give you medically appropriate care, we are required to get a recent blood pressure reading. You can get your blood pressure read for free at many pharmacies, go to your primary care doctor, or you may purchase a blood pressure cuff online.
