We've been hearing an increasing number of reports of trans people's GPs refusing to prescribe their HRT to them - even if they have a letter from an NHS gender clinic requesting that they do.
Trans inclusive healthcare starts with you. But don't worry, TransActual are here to help. If you're a healthcare professional we now offer access to our highly rated introductory courses. We're running An Introduction to Trans Inclusive Care for GPs on Wednesday 29th May at 1pm. For more info and to book, or to find dates of other upcoming courses, go to https://www.transactual.org.uk/training
“Trans people aren’t a threat to anyone; hate born by ignorance is. All trans (including non binary) people deserve to be treated with dignity and respect, no matter who we are and where we are at with our medical and social transition. Look beyond the hype and fear-mongering in the press. Become the representation you want to see yourself.” Fox Fisher
Elagabalus was made a Roman Emperor at the age of just 14. The Emperor often wore wigs and makeup, and liked to be referred to by feminine titles. Elagabalus reportedly offered a large sum of money to any doctor who could give them a vagina.
Dr Manabi Bandopahyay became India’s first transgender college principal when she took up her post at Krishnagar Women’s College in 2015. She has often had to struggle for acceptance in her career but has succeeded nonetheless.
If you're a transmasculine person with experience in any type of sex work and would like to write about it, keep reading this post. Jack is a transmasculine person and sex worker activist and he's creating an anthology of writing by trans masculine sex workers (or former sex workers).
He'd like to hear from you. Contributors will be paid. Contact jackvioletparker@hotmail.com for more info.
Been offered your surgery date but not sure what happens next? If it's transition related surgery you're having, TransActual are here to help. Check out 'What Do I Need to Know About Surgery?' at https://tinyurl.com/TransActualSurgery
Trans inclusive healthcare starts with you. But don't worry, TransActual are here to help.
If you're a healthcare professional we now offer access to our highly rated introductory courses. We're running An Introduction to Trans Inclusive Care for GPs on Wednesday 29th May at 1pm. For more info and to book, or to find dates of other upcoming courses, go to https://www.transactual.org.uk/training
"Help, community, support, connection: it IS out there for us. And the more we fight to access it, the more empowered we will become to make the changes necessary for trans joy – which means trans health – to become the rule, and not the exception." Fred
“My trans siblings are the bravest and most determined, compassionate people I have ever met, and I honestly believe that together we can do anything.” Lex
“When we emerge from the struggle, our flag might be tattered, but it will not stop waving proudly.” Monica Helms
(Accessibility: “When we emerge from the struggle, our flag might be tattered, but it will not stop waving proudly.” Monica Helms Photo: Monica Helms, a woman with long hair wearing a cap and glasses. In the background of the image is a big trans flag)
“Non binary people need to be taken seriously. I have experienced more transphobia from binary trans people than cis people sometimes. Gatekeeping has to stop. ” Kim (they/them)
“There is an extreme lack of representation for young, Deaf, queer, Jewish, Asian, transgender artists. So, I decided to be my own representation.” Chella Man
TransActual's Focus On: Trans Health webinar sessions are now available for you and your colleagues to watch back. Listen to our expert panellists discuss trans inclusive primary care, holistic care, and care for older trans people and trans people with dementia. Health and social care professionals can request to access the recordings for free at https://tinyurl.com/FocusOnTransHealth
Need more surgery tips? Check out our new resource guide.
“I recommend lots of stim toys as stimming helps pain relief, along with contact with friends, comfort foods, and relaxed activities.” Read more surgery tips from the community at https://tinyurl.com/TransActualSurgery
Have you got your date for top surgery coming up? Have a look at 'What Do I Need to Know About Surgery?' for info on what to pack for hospital and for top recovery tips from the community. You'll find it at https://tinyurl.com/TransActualSurgery
Do you know what U = U means? It's short for undetectable is untransmittable. When a person living with HIV is on effective treatment, the levels of HIV in their blood will be so low as to be undetectable. If someone's HIV is undetectable, they can't pass it on (transmit) to others when having sex.
“It takes a lot of thinking and courage to come out and define your gender as something else, especially outside of the binary. Therefore, trans people are generally pretty certain and we really don’t need anyone questioning us.” Fi
"The first thing I think about when I wake up and the last thing I think about before I get to sleep is dysphoria. It also appears throughout the day, whenever I go to the toilet. Luckily applying testosterone is part of my morning routine." Eddie