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Health Matters
Men who have sex with men have
the same basic health problems as any other men, with a few exceptions.
They are at higher risk for HIV or sexually
transmitted diseases (STDs) if they do not practice safer
sex or engage in needle sharing. Because gay and bisexual men are
more likely to smoke and drink than straight guys, they can be at higher
risk for certain types of cancer (such as lung cancer), heart disease
and other health problems.
It has been shown that gay
men are less likely to access health care for fear of discrimination and/or
lack of health insurance. Not all companies in VT offer same sex
partner benefits.
The following page offers information
about different health conditions, as well as resources in VT. Be advised
that RU12's Vermont Health Diversity
Project not only has a directory of GLBT friendly providers in Chittenden
County, but offers tips on how to talk to a provider so that you can receive
the care you need.
- SPECIFIC CONDITIONS
- OTHER CHRONIC CONDITIONS INFORMATION FOR VERMONT
- Health Screenings for Men:
InteliHealth, in conjunction with Harvard Medical School, has developed a chart for what and when physical exams and
tests are needed for men.
- Men's Health Guidelines:
The following tables include the preventive health care screening tests, immunization, and other services for
normal-risk men (18 years and older) recommended by most U.S. government offices on health.
- Checklist for Your Next Checkup
- OUR BODIES OUR MINDS:
Chittenden County's Directory of Health and Wellness Resources for
Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning, Intersexed and Allied
people. Over 150 health care providers are participating in this first
edition. While this edition of the Guide only references practitioners
in Chittenden County, the internet is to expand geographic reach in
future editions.
- HEALTHY PEOPLE
2010 COMPANION FOR LGBT HEALTH: A collaborative effort coordinated
by the Gay and Lesbian Medical Association, with involvement of dozens
of LGBT health experts and the recently formed National Coalition for
LGBT Health, has yielded the first-ever comprehensive document on the
state of LGBT health. The Healthy People 2010 Companion Document for
LGBT Health is a comprehensive look at multicultural LGBT community.
It is written by and for health care consumers, providers, researchers,
educators, government agencies, schools, clinics, advocates, and health
professionals in all settings.
- HOW TO GET WHAT YOU NEED IN VERMONT:
A RESOURCE GUIDE FOR THOSE LIVING WITH CHRONIC/LIFE THREATENING CONDITIONS.
- FINDING A HEALTH CARE PROVIDER
If you already have a health care
provider that you like, stick with them. If you don't, and you live
in Chittenden County, check out the Vermont Diversity Project at RU12?
which lists over 150 health care providers, who are affirming in their
attitudes and beliefs, in their booklet Our Bodies Our Minds. The following links will help you learn more about making a good choice for you.
- LINKS
- Finding a Healthcare Provider
- GayHealth.com An online health resource for the gay, lesbian,
transgendered, and bisexual communities with information on sex, drugs, general health, violence,
nutrition, exercise and a health care provider referral service.
- LLEGÓ seeks to advance community and individual self-determination
and empowerment among Latin a/o LGBT individuals; to develop and obtain access to culturally appropriate
heath and wellness services; and facilitate the development of cultural, political and community
resources that address their needs.
- GLBT Health Access
Project: Overview of GLBT health information for Massachusetts
and the U.S.
- Gay and Lesbian Medical Association (GLMA)
- National Coalition for LGBT: Committed to improving health and
well being LGBT through federal advocacy focused on research, policy, education and training.
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