Transgender Health Issues and the Covid-19 Pandemic

Transgender Health Issues and the Covid-19 Pandemic

The Indian Express

Trans, non-binary, or gender diverse (TGD) individuals encounter significant barriers when accessing routine healthcare services . Worsening health conditions, self-medication, alternate therapy, turning to quacks, and impacts on mental health such as feelings of hopelessness, anxiety, and gender dysphoria were evident among transgender persons . These findings stem from one of the first-of-its-kind and largest qualitative studies conducted in India with TGD communities .

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