Introduction When we talk about medical chaperones, what are we really talking about? Officially, a chaperone is someone present during medical examinations, particularly intimate ones, to safeguard both patient...
The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) is entrusted with upholding the integrity and professionalism of nursing and midwifery in the UK. Yet, recent events have exposed a disturbing trend:...
Emotionally, Yours. A Guide for Sensitive Communicators and Those Who Try To Engage With Us on Bluesky.
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Social media platforms have become an integral part of our lives. They offer a unique space that can foster connections, and spread awareness and education on various topics including...
The recent tragic incidents involving the stabbing of trans women and girls by both strangers and people they knew personally underscores the importance of personal safety for everyone, but...
Foreword Four years ago, I wrote my initial blog about the problems and issues with seeking help for sexual violence as a trans person. Today I find myself writing...
Trans women in the UK face numerous challenges, including limited access to healthcare, pervasive discrimination, and significant mental health impacts. These issues are compounded by systemic biases and lack...
What Is Dilating and Why Is It Important? Transitioning comes with many exciting changes, but some aspects of it can feel like navigating uncharted territory. If you’ve recently undergone...
Even before the publication of the Cass Report, academics warned of "misleading trans health research". There were cautions about the current political climate where trans people in general, and...
Disclaimer: This does not constitute medical advice, consult your medical practitioner if you have concerns. Useful links are provided below. Last update 06/2024. Two of the leading Urology journals...
The Cass Report: High risk of bias, methodological flaws and misrepresentation of evidence.
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More than 20 clinicians and academics in the field of transgender healthcare have critically appraised the methodology and conclusions of the Cass report using the ROBIS tool
