How to Find an OB/GYN Supportive of Transgender Pregnancies

A visit to the OB/GYN can leave you feeling vulnerable. Everyone should have a doctor who puts them at ease. But if you’re a transgender man or nonbinary person who’s pregnant or trying to be, it’s key that your doctor know and respect your medical needs.  “Pregnancy should be an exciting time,” says Amanda Kallen, …

Are Transgender People at Risk of Breast Cancer?

People of all genders can get breast cancer, so it’s important for trans men and trans women to consider that as part of their health care. “Anyone who has breast tissue could potentially or theoretically develop breast cancer,” says Fan Liang, MD, medical director of the Center for Transgender Health at Johns Hopkins Medicine in …

Are Transgender People at Risk of Breast Cancer?

People of all genders can get breast cancer, so it’s important for trans men and trans women to consider that as part of their health care. “Anyone who has breast tissue could potentially or theoretically develop breast cancer,” says Fan Liang, MD, medical director of the Center for Transgender Health at Johns Hopkins Medicine in …

'A Run for More' shows us what it's like to be a transgender candidate in Texas politics

When we think about elections, so many of us focus on presidential elections and forget about congressional, statewide or even smaller, local elections. The documentary film, “A Run for More,” focuses on Frankie Gonzales-Wolfe as she runs for one of those local positions—city council member in San Antonio, Texas. Focusing on Gonzales-Wolfe as the first …

San Francisco unveils major plan to combat homelessness amongst city's transgender community

Home is somewhere to lay your head down at night without worry that someone will steal all of your worldly possessions. Home is where people start families and make lifelong memories. Having a place to go home to every night is safety. Safety from the elements and safety from other people who may mean you …

Elliot Page Has Shared His ‘Biggest Joy’ Since Coming Out As Transgender

Getty Image Juno earned Elliot Page an Oscar nomination, but it wasn’t an all-together fun experience for the actor. “When Juno was at the height of its popularity, during awards-season time, I was closeted, dressed in heels, and the whole look — I wasn’t okay, and I didn’t know how to talk about that with …

How Will Elliot Page’s Transgender Story Appear in ‘Umbrella Academy’ Season 3?

In his coming-out post, Elliot Page wrote, “…the more I hold myself close and fully embrace who I am, the more I dream, the more my heart grows and the more I thrive.” This inspiring statement holds true for his on-screen character as well. We’re so excited to officially meet Viktor as he continues to …

‘This is inhumane’: Transgender man says TSA agents broke his walker, assaulted his girlfriend

A transgender, disabled TikToker says that security agents discriminated against him and his girlfriend, who is also trans, at Los Angeles International and Milwaukee Mitchell airports. The TikToker says that Transportation and Security Administration agents sexually assaulted his girlfriend and broke his walker. August Rocha posted about his experiences at both airports in a TikTok …

Is Ash Spencer From ‘A Million Little Things’ Transgender?

Ahead of the episode’s premiere, Ash took to Instagram to thank his co-stars and the showrunners for “handling this storyline with care.” He said of the series creator, “He has created something truly special and I cannot say enough good things about the entire cast and crew of this show.” “The amount of support, respect, …

Elliot Page’s Character In ‘The Umbrella Academy’ Will Come Out As Transgender In The Next Season

Getty Image The Umbrella Academy’s most recent season ended in late July of 2020, and later that year something big happened to one of its main stars: Elliot Page came out as transgender. At the time, it wasn’t clear what would happen to his character, superheroic violinist Vanya Hargreeves. But with a few months before …

Utah Lawmakers Override Veto To Ban Transgender Students From Playing In Girls Sports

But in a statement defending the bill on Tuesday, Utah Senate President J. Stuart Adams said “biological boys are built differently than girls.” “We must work to preserve the integrity of women’s sports and ensure it remains fair and safe for all,” Adams added. “While Gov. Cox and I disagree on this bill, I respect …