Gay Lesbian Bisexual and Transgender Web Page

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View the NYC Health Bulletin: Take Pride and Take Care 10 steps to a longer and healthier life for lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender New Yorkers

Most of the health concerns of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) people are no different from those of anyone else. For example, we can all benefit from eating five fruits and vegetables a day, exercising for at least 30 minutes four times a week, washing our hands regularly, and always wearing our seat belts.

Some health concerns, however, are specific to the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) community. For example, many Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender people are subjected to discrimination and outright violence, and this increases stress and can take a toll on mental health. Lesbians may be more at risk for certain cancers and less at risk for others based on specific behaviors and choices. Not only are gay and bisexual men at greater risk for HIV, there is also mounting evidence that they are more likely to smoke than heterosexual men, and this could increase gay and bisexual men's risk for lung cancer, emphysema, and heart disease.

These web pages are designed to provide particular health concerns of the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender community and provide them with information and resources.

Eat fruits and vegetables

Adapted from Public Health Seattle & King County