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trans
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Reporting on the health impacts of bathroom policies for transgender people
Policies limiting access to everyday spaces like bathrooms can intensify stigma, discrimination and exclusion for trans and nonbinary people.
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A new data tool for tracking trans news coverage
The Trans News Initiative aims to give reporters a clear view of the gaps and trends shaping public understanding of…
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Transgender patients are struggling to find adequate care. Where are the reporters?
At Health Journalism 2025, panelists discussed how mainstream outlets often fall short when reporting on trans health care.
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Here’s what the limited research we have on transgender health tells us
Here are some major themes in transgender health research so journalists can contribute to more accurate coverage of these issues.
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Largest survey of trans people shows satisfaction with choices despite sharp disparities
The largest poll of trans people ever conducted in the U.S. found that those who transitioned are much more satisfied…
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Be sure terminology about transgender-related studies is appropriate
More and more medical studies are focusing on research about transgender individuals: demographics, surgeries, insurance coverage, unique health needs, prevalence…
