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Health Outreach To Teens
Health Outreach To Teens is Callen-Lorde Community Health Center's comprehensive program designed specifically to meet the medical and mental health needs of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning adolescents and young adults ages 13-24, and other homeless, runaway/throwaway, street-oriented, sex worker and squatter youth.
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AQUA
DC-based Aqua:Youth provides educational, social and support services to the young gay Asian community in the Washington metropolitan area. - Long Island Crisis Center
Pride for youth, a project of the Long Island Crisis Center, provides services and advocacy for LGBT youth. This program seeks to improve health and wellness through education, supportive services, and youth development. - TransProud
OutProud's World Wide Web site for transgender youth. - OutProud
Resources for Queer and Questioning Youth. - DeafQueer.org
The Deaf Queer Resource Center (DQRC) is a national nonprofit resource and information center for, by and about the Deaf Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Transsexual, Intersex and Questioning communities (hereafter referred to as the "Deaf Queer community"). - Gay,Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Helpline and Peer Listing Line
Young people can talk to a peer without being judged or rushed into any decision they are not prepared to make. Issues include sexuality and safer sex practices, coming out, HIV and AIDS, depression and suicide, and anti-gay/lesbian harassment and violence. - Harvey Milk High School
The Hetrick-Martin Institute (HMI), Home of The Harvey Milk High School, believes all young people, regardless of sexual orientation or identity, deserve a safe and supportive environment in which to achieve their full potential. HMI creates this environment for lesbian, gay, bisexual,transgender and questioning youth between the ages of 12 and 21 and their families. - Youth.org
YOUTH.ORG was formed to provide for the needs of GLBT youth; the need for a rare opportunity to express themselves, to know they are not alone, and to interact with others who have already accepted their sexuality. - National Youth Advocacy Coalition
The National Youth Advocacy Coalition is a social justice organization that advocates for and with young people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual,transgender, or questioning (LGBTQ) in an effort to end discrimination against these youth and to ensure their physical and emotional well being. - Ambiente Joven
Ambiente Joven es un proyecto de advocates for youth, esta dedicada a la comunidad gay, lesbiana, bisexual, y transsexual joven Latina. - WireTap
An independent information source by and for socially conscious youth. Showcases investigative news articles, personal essays and opinions, artwork and activism resources that challenge stereotypes, inspire creativity, foster dialogue,and give young people a voice in the media. - Youth Action Net
Helping youth make a difference by raising their voices for democracy. Includes tools, articles, news, events, and profiles of youth leaders from across the globe. Developed by The International Youth Foundation
- AVERT:Young Gay & Lesbian Index
Personal stories, information on schools, coming out, and religion as it relates to young gay men and lesbians. Also includes table of world wide ages of consent. Part of AVERT, a London, England-based HIV/AIDS information Web site. - WebMD Women's Health
Information on a range of women's health topics - Voices of Youth
A UNICEF-sponsored forum for youth to discuss issues ranging from health and nutrition to abuse and exploitation. - GirlHealth
A site created by and for young women addressing issues on self-esteem, body image, sexuality, relationships, girls rights and their futures. Based in San Francisco. - Go Ask Alice
Information about fitness, nutrition, alcohol and other drugs, general and emotional health, sexuality and sexual health, as well as information about healthy relationships. - The Red Spot
Information about "periods" - The biological and social aspects of periods including a section discussing what to do when you first get your period. - The Yeast Infection Home Page
Yeast infection information, including causes, symptoms and home remedies.
- New York State Health Insurance Information
Website of the New York State Health Insurance Information, Counseling & Assistance Program - New York State Health Insurance Department
Comparison of health insurance programs in New York - New York State Healthy NY Program
Information on the New York State Healthy NY Program - Medicare Part D
The following websites have information about Medicare Part D and Prescription Drug Plans
Department of Health and Human Services
The Facts about Medicare Prescription Drug Plans
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Service
The Center for Medicare Advocacy, Inc.
AARP - Working Today
Working Today offers group-rate health benefits to independent workers in the New York City area and works for change in health and employment policy nationwide.
- New York State AIDS Drug Assistance Program
The NYS Department of Health's AIDS Institute has established four programs which provide access to free health care (HIV Drugs, Primary Care, Home Care, and APIC) for New York State residents with HIV infection who are uninsured or underinsured. - Family Health Plus
Family Health Plus is a public health insurance program for adults between the ages of 19 and 64 who do not have health insurance —either on their own or through their employers — but have incomes too high to qualify for Medicaid. - New York State Medicaid Info for Consumers
Information about Medicaid eligibility, Medicaid application processes , and programming.
- Just
Say Yes
A Web site about having a positive attitude towards sexuality -- gay, straight, bisexual, or whatever, and about making informed choices for yourself. Includes Spanish language resources. - Scarleteen
Bills itself as 'Sex education for the real world".' Providing information, which educates in all aspects of positive sexuality. - Sistahs
This site provides sexuality and relationship information for young African American, Asian American, Latina, and Native American women, including information on STDs and HIV/AIDS. - Teenwire
This site provides sexuality and relationship info from the Planned Parenthood Federation of America. - Youth
Resource- A Project for Advocates of Youth
This site contains information about sexual health and well being, including information about HIV, women’s health, safer sex, self injury and STI’s. - Youth
Shakers
Voices of young people on sexual health and youth activism and peer education with an international perspective. - Sex,
etc.- a website for teens.
A leader in teen-to-teen sexuality education, SEX, ETC. is an award-winning national newsletter and Web site that is written by teens, for teens, on teen sexual health issues. -
Go Ask Alice
This site contains information about fitness, nutrition, alcohol and other drugs, general and emotional health, sexuality and sexual health, as well as information about healthy relationships. - Guide
to Safer Sex
Lengthy guide to safer sex, from the Society for Human Sexuality. - Lesbian
Safer Sex
Safer sex information for Lesbians. - Superdyke.com
Safer Sex for Women - Facts
& Answers about STD's
Information on STDs from the American Social Health Association. - Guide
to Safer Sex
Lengthy guide to safer sex, from the Society for Human Sexuality. - Oral
Sex Information
Site, created by Managing Desire, with information on oral sex and HIV risk. - Lesbian
and Bisexual Women and STDs
Information and resources regarding STDs in women who have sex with women.
- Contraception.net This site contains information on diseases and conditions, dietary and herbal supplements, treatments, therapies and more. Information in Spanish available.
- Global Reproductive Health Forum at Harvard This site contains historical information on contraceptives, as well as information on the types of contraceptives available, choosing a method, emergency methods and links for more information and services.
- Planned Parenthood This site has information about birth control as well as other sexual health topics.
- Healthtouch Online: For Better Health This site has information about the effectiveness, risks and availability of different types of birth control.
- Medline Plus This site contains contraceptive information, including the newest research, and information on the health benefits and risks of different types of contraceptives.
- Center for Reproductive Rights The Center for Reproductive Rights uses the law to advance reproductive freedom as a fundamental right that all governments are legally obligated to protect, respect and fulfill.
- Lesbians.org Support for lesbian mothers
- Midwifery Today: The Heart and Science of Birth This site provides information on nutrition during pregnancy, childbirth options, mother and child health and information about midwifery.
- Motherstuff Meta-index of mother-knowledge on the Internet.
- Childbirth.org Welcome to Childbirth.org. Pregnancy is a very special time in a person's life. Educating yourselves to be good consumers, knowing your options, and how to provide yourselves with the best possible care are essential to a healthy pregnancy.
Hepatitis
- Hepatitis Foundation International The Hepatitis Foundation International is dedicated to the eradication of viral hepatitis, a disease affecting over 500 million people around the world and seeks to raise awareness of this enormous worldwide problem and to motivate people to support this important - and winnable - battle.
- The American Liver Foundation The American Liver Foundation is a national, voluntary nonprofit organization dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and cure of hepatitis and other liver diseases through research, education and advocacy.
- The Hepatitis B Foundation The Hepatitis B Foundation is a national non-profit organization dedicated to finding a cure and improving the quality of life of those affected by hepatitis B worldwide through research, education, and patient advocacy.
- HepNet The Hepatitis Information Network
- Immunization Action Coalition The nation's premier source of childhood, adolescent, and adult immunization information and hepatitis B educational materials.
- Model Programs for Hepatitis A, B, and C Prevention
- Adolescent
AIDS Program
The AAP serves as a local and national resource for those living with HIV/AIDS; adolescents who are at-risk for HIV infection; healthcare providers who treat adolescents living with or at-risk for HIV infection; and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or questioning adolescents, their families and caregivers. Based in the Bronx, New York, at the Children's Hospital at Montefiore Medical Center. - YouthHIV.org
This site offers virtual communities, an email list, news, feature stories, links, an online library, and information about public service campaigns. -
What U Do
HIV/AIDS facts, options and action for youth. - Youth
Resource- A Project for Advocates of Youth
This site contains information about sexual health and well being, including information about HIV, women’s health, safer sex, self injury and STI’s. - Staying
Alive
Web site of MTV's annual HIV/AIDS program, broadcast for World AIDS Day (December 1). Site is sponsored by MTV, the Kaiser Family Foundation, UNAIDS, and the World Bank, and features facts, figures, and frequently asked questions about HIV/AIDS. - AIDS
Map
Aims to create and disseminate information resources rooted in the experiences of those most affected, enabling individuals and communities to take action and control in responding to HIV and AIDS. - The
Body
The mission of The Body is to use the Web to lower barriers between patients and clinicians, to demystify HIV/AIDS and its treatment to improve patients' quality of life, and to foster community through human connection. - Day
One
An introductory website for those who have recently found out that they have HIV.
- HIV/AIDS
Treatment Information Service
The HIV/AIDS Treatment Information Service (ATIS) is a central resource for federally approved treatment guidelines for HIV and AIDS. - HIV
Insite
HIV Insite, sponsored by the University of California at San Francisco, contains medical, education, social, policy and US and International statistics information, as well as information in Spanish. - Johns
Hopkins AIDS Service
The Johns Hopkins AIDS Service contains information on medical care of HIV, managed care, and HIV prevention. - National
Pediatric & Family HIV Resource Center
The National Pediatric & Family HIV Resource Center offers education, consultation, technical assistance, and training to professionals who care for children, adolescents and families with HIV infection and AIDS. - New
York State HIV Clinical Guidelines & HIV
Quality of Care Program
A collaborative effort between the New York State Department of Health AIDS Institute and the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine Division of Infectious Diseases regarding clinical guidelines, best practices, and quality of care. - AIDS Treatment Data Network The AIDS Treatment Data Network maintains comprehensive and up-to-date informational databases about AIDS treatments, research studies, and services.
- GMHC's
Treatment Issues Newsletter
Treatment Issues is GMHC's newsletter of experimental AIDS therapies. - AIDS
Treatment Data Network Alternative Therapies
Up-to-date information on HIV/AIDS alternative therapies from the AIDS Treatment Data Network. - La
RED de Informacion del SIDA
The AIDS Treatment Data Network’s simple facts project, in Espanol.
- Survivorship A-Z
Survivorship A-Z provides practical information about living successfully after a diagnosis. - The
Estate Project
One of the missions of this organization is to preserve the cultural legacy of the AIDS crisis so that future generations can enjoy, study and engage artworks as aesthetic achievements and historical documents. - GMHC:
Gay Men's Health Crisis
Founded in 1981, Gay Men's Health Crisis is one of the oldest AIDS organizations and provides AIDS care, education and advocacy. - National
Association of People with AIDS
The National Association of People With AIDS advocates on behalf of and works to educate, inform, and empower all people living with HIV and AIDS. - ACT
UP-AIDS Coalition to Unleash Power
For meeting the challenge of the AIDS epidemic and its crisis of conscience with vigilant acts of political and cultural provocation, thereby giving voice to the essential creative will of our humanity. - Lesbian
and Gay Immigration Rights Task Force
The Lesbian and Gay Immigration Rights Task Force (LGIRTF) is a coalition of immigrants, attorneys and other activists who address the widespread impact of discriminatory immigration laws on the lives of those in the gay, lesbian, bisexual & transgender community and immigrants who are living with HIV/AIDS.
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of Color in Crisis
HIV/AIDS organization focused on people of color, based in Brooklyn. - National
Minority AIDS Council
The National Minority AIDS Council (NMAC) is the premier national organization dedicated to developing leadership within communities of color to address the challenge of HIV/AIDS. - Harlem
Director's Group
Designed to be an umbrella public policy group for HIV/AIDS organizations based in the Harlem and Upper Manhattan area. - Harlem
United Community AIDS Center
Physical/spiritual support for homeless people living with HIV/AIDS in Harlem/Upper Manhattan. - Gay
Men of African Descent
GMAD is working to improve quality of life within the New York City black gay community by effectively fight the triple threat of AIDS, homophobia and racism through education, advocacy, health and wellness and social support. - My
Sistahs
My Sistahs is a web site created by and for young women of color to provide information and offer support on sexual and reproductive health issues through education and advocacy. - Urban
Health Project
The Urban Health Project was launched in January of 2003, to fill an unmet need in online health education and resources for African American communities. - Asian
and Pacific Islander Coalition on HIV/AIDS
Asian & Pacific Islander Coalition on HIV/AIDS is a non-profit organization providing HIV/AIDS related services, education, and research to Asian and Pacific Islander Communities in New York City - A&PI
Wellness Center
This center educates, supports, empowers, and advocates for Asian and Pacific Islander (A&PI) communities, particularly A&PIs living with or at-risk for HIV/AIDS. - AIDS
in Latino Communities From The Body
The mission of The Body is to use the Web to lower barriers between patients and clinicians, to demystify HIV/AIDS and its treatment to improve patients' quality of life, and to foster community through human connection. - Hispanic
AIDS Forum
Multi-service program addressing HIV-related needs of gay men. - Latino
Commission on AIDS
Nonprofit membership organization dedicated to improving and expanding health promotion, research, treatment and other services to the Latino community through organizing, education, model program development, capacity building & training. - National
Native American AIDS Prevention Center
The National Native American AIDS Prevention Center works to stop the spread of HIV and related diseases among American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiians and to improve the quality of life for members of those communities infected and affected by HIV/AIDS.
- UNAIDS-
Joint United Nations Program on HIV/AIDS
Information regarding HIV's impact on the world. Includes hundreds of documents covering international statistics, human rights, prevention, and public policy - World
Health Organization
This page provides links to descriptions of activities, reports, news and events, as well as contacts and cooperating partners in the various WHO programmes and offices working on this topic. Also shown are links to related web sites and topics.
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LBGT Health Channel
This site discusses "Party Drugs", including amyl nitrates, ketamine hydrochloride, methamphetamine, and mdma. - Party
Longer
Designed by youth, for youth and answers direct questions about HIV and the risks surrounding sex, alcohol, drugs, needle use and body piercing. A project of Reach LA. - Harm
Reduction Coalition
(HRC) Committed to reducing drug-related harm among individuals and communities by initiating and promoting local, regional, and national harm reduction education, interventions, and community organizing. Features youth and drugs/harm reduction links and state-by-state listing of programs that offer harm reduction-based services to youth. - Gay
and Lesbian Addiction Resources
Resources for information, help and support. - Go
Ask Alice
This site contains information about fitness, nutrition, alcohol and other drugs, general and emotional health, sexuality and sexual health, as well as information about healthy relationships. - National
Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information
Information compiled by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration - Montana Meth Project
Prevention-focused organization in Montana using a research methodology approach to reduce the prevalence and frequency of meth use in the state - Not even One
Straight answers to questions about the dangers of methamphetamine, encouraging youth to never try the drug, not even one time. - Information
for Gay Men on Sex, Drugs and HIV
Substance use information from GMHC, adapted from their brochure "Drugs in Partyland" -
Dance Safe
Website promoting health and safety within the rave and nightclub community - Project
Connect at the Lesbian and Gay Community Services
Center
Brief info on substance abuse in LGBT communities. Project Connect offers free and confidential addiction services
- Teenwire
"Ten Tips to Stuff the Puff" from the Planned Parenthood Federation of America. - IQuit:
Internet-based smoking treatment program for
LGBT communities
IQuit is an Internet-based smoking cessation program for LGBT community members run by researchers at the University of California, San Francisco. -
StandOut- A Commit to Quit Program
StandOut helps queer young people (identified as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or questioning) and supportive allies learn about tobacco companies' targeting of the queer community, as well as the risk factors of tobacco use. - Gay
American Smoke Out
The Gay American Smoke Out is an opportunity for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered (LGBT) individuals to challenge themselves to quit smoking. It is also an opportunity for LGBT organizations to provide resources for quitting and host fun events to raise awareness about tobacco use.
- Rape,
Abuse and Incest Natioanl Network (RAINN)
RAINN is the nation's largest anti-sexual assault organization. RAINN operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE and has programs for survivors as well as general info. - MAITRI
LGBT teens and violence including dating violence, family violence, sexual violence, and violence against self-suicide. - Violence
Against Women Online Resources
Information and statistics about LBGT domestic violence. - National
Coalition of Anti-Violence Programs
National Advocacy for Local LGBT Communities - NYC
Gay and Lesbian Anti-Violence Project (AVP)
Counseling, advocacy and training. Peer and short term counseling for sexual assault, domestic violence, HIV related violence and other victimization. Confidential 24 hour hotline: 212-714-1141. -
National Domestic Violence Hotline
National Domestic Violence Hotline Hotline and Domestic violence Information site which includes a comprehensive list of domestic violence links, including links for organizations that focus on the needs of different communities while respecting how complex identities intersect. Topics include LGBT domestic violence organizations, immigration, metal illness, poverty, and ethnicity.
- Lambda
GLBT Anti-Violence Project
LAMBDA's Anti-Violence Project (AVP) provides resources, information and victim services to survivors of hate crimes, domestic violence, sexual assault, and other crimes. - Lambda
Hotline
Contact your local Anti-Violence Project or the GLBT Hate Crime Hotline at e-mail: AVP@lambda.org , or voice: 800.616.HATE National Domestic Violence Hotline: Voice: 800.799.SAFE, or -TTY: 800.787.3224. - National
Gay and Lesbian Task Force
Founded in 1973, the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force Foundation (the Task Force) was the first national LGBT civil rights and advocacy organization and remains the movement's leading voice for freedom, justice, and equality. - New
York City Gay and Lesbian Anti-Violence Project
The Project serves lesbian, gay, transgender, bisexual and HIV-positive victims of violence, and others affected by violence, by providing free and confidential services enabling them to regain their sense of control, identify and evaluate their options, and assert their rights. - U.S.
Department of Health and Human Services
Social support and Violence Prevention Information for LGBT communities.
- Suicide
Awareness Voices of Education (SAVE)
SAVE's Mission is to prevent suicide through public awareness and education, eliminate stigma and serve as a resource to those touched by suicide. Hotline 1-800-SUICIDE - WebMD Mental Health Information Center Mental health disorders affect an estimated 22% of American adults each year. Here you'll find in-depth articles on mental health care, conditions such as depression and anxiety, and promising new treatments. Plus, get daily help in our online support groups.
- The Body This site contains information on mental health and HIV
- The
Gay & Lesbian National Hotline
We're dedicated to meeting the needs of the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (GLBT) community, and those questioning their sexual orientation or identity. We offer free and confidential peer-counseling, information, and local resources for cities and town throughout the United States. - National
Association of Gay, Lesbian, and Transgender
Community Centers
This site has a national directory of community centers.
- Drug
Information on Medline Plus
A guide to more than 9,000 prescription and over-the-counter medications provided by the United States Pharmacopeia
- National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine This site contains information on diseases and conditions, dietary and herbal supplements, treatments, therapies and more. Information in Spanish available.
- Alternative Medicine Information This is an online resource for alternative health information.
- HealthWorld Online Wellness Inventory This site provides information on wellness, healthy eating and alternative therapies and listing for integrative health professionals.
- BBC: Health This site contains complementary medicine info.
- WholeHealthMD's The goal of this site is to empower consumers to take a proactive approach to their own wellness. By combining the resources of both scientific health research in CAM and the clinical expertise of integrative health care specialists, the site supports users on their personal path to health, wellness, and longevity.
- Woman to Woman This site contains information on women's health and alternative medicine.
Lesbian, Bisexual,
and Women who have sex with Women
- Lesbian Health Services
Callen-Lorde knows from first-hand experience that all women, especially lesbians and bisexual women, still face many barriers to health. Our goal is to address the specific health and mental health needs of New York's lesbian and bisexual communities, and create a welcoming environment for all women to receive quality health care.- HIV/AIDS Services
Callen-Lorde provides comprehensive and state-of-the-art HIV/AIDS care and support in an integrated model of care.- Free Rapid HIV Testing
Callen-Lorde provides rapid HIV testing, utilitizing the FDA approved OraQuick test. This test uses a drop of blood taken from your figertip, and is the most reliable rapid test available. You will receive your HIV test result on the same day as your appointment.- Oral Health Clinic
The Oral Health Clinic provides comprehensive dental and oral health care in our new state of the art clinical suite.- Senior Health
Callen-Lorde's Senior Health Services are geared toward the specific health and mental health needs of New York's LGBT seniors.- Audre Lorde Project
Center for LGBT/two-spirit/people of color. - African
Ancestral Lesbians United for Societal Change, Inc. (AALUSC)
Lesbians of color committed to spiritual, cultural, educational, economic, social empowerment. - Association
of Asian Pacific Community Health Organizations
This website brings you better access to information relevant to improving the health status of Asian American and Pacific Islander populations. - Gay
Asian Pacific Support Network (GAPSN)
The mission of GAPSN is to provide supportive environments for gay and bisexual Asian Pacific Islander men to meet, network, voice concerns, foster self-empowerment, and to advocate on issues of significance to the gay Asian Pacific Islander community. -
Exoticize My Fist
An online magazine for queer APA women and allies - Asian
Pacific Alliance of NY (APANY)
Social, cultural and friendship, non-profit organization for all Asians/Pacific Islanders (APIs), and their non-API friends. Providing fun activities and a safe haven for friendly interaction and - South
Asian Lesbian Gay Association
SALGA-NYC is a social, political and support group for lesbians, gay men, bisexual and transgender people who trace their descent from countries such as Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Burma, India, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Tibet as well as people of South Asian descent from countries such as Guyana, Trinidad and Kenya. - Trikone
Through social and political activities, Trikone offers a supportive, empowering, and non-judgmental environment, where queer South Asians can meet, make connections, and proudly promote awareness and acceptance of their sexuality in society. -
GLAAD List of LGBT Latina/o Organizations
A partial list of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender Latino/a organizations around the country. - The
American Indian Community House (AICH)
The AICH, is a not-for-profit organization serving the health, social service, and cultural needs of Native Americans residing in New York City. - Queens
Pride House
At Queens Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Pride Community Center - Corona Phone: 718-429-2300 - The
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Community Center
The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center provides a home for the birth, nurture and celebration of our organizations, institutions and culture; cares for our individuals and groups in need; educates the public and our community; and empowers our individuals and groups to achieve their fullest potential. - American
Veterans for Equal Rights, NY
A New York association of American armed forces veterans who are Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Two Spirit, People of All Colors, friends and family. This chapter of AVER, the national GLBT veterans association, is currently in the process of forming. Parades, senior outreach, VA medical benefits advocacy. - NYC Gay
and Lesbian Anti-Violence Project (AVP)
Counseling, advocacy and training. Peer and short term counseling for sexual assault, domestic violence, HIV related violence and other victimization. Confidential 24 hour hotline: 212-714-1141. - New
York Association For Gender Rights Advocacy (NYAGRA)
NYAGRA is a membership organization that advocates at the state and local level for self-determination in gender expression and identity. (212) 645-8111, ext. 174 - Senior
Action in a Gay Environment (SAGE)
Nation's oldest and largest social service and advocacy organization dedicated to LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender) senior citizens. - American
Veterans for Equal Rights, NY
A New York association of American armed forces veterans who are Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Two Spirit, People of All Colors, friends and family. This chapter of AVER, the national GLBT veterans association, is currently in the process of forming. Parades, senior outreach, VA medical benefits advocacy. - Amnesty
International's OUTfront Program
OUTfront works within the Amnesty International structure to protect the dignity and rights of LGBT people everywhere. Amnesty uses its network of international activists to confront violations and protect the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people. Through letter writing campaigns and direct advocacy, OUTfront draws attention to cases and patterns of abuse. - The
Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD)
GLAAD is dedicated to promoting and ensuring fair, accurate, and inclusive representation of people and events in the media as a means of eliminating homophobia and discrimination based on gender identity and sexual orientation. - The
Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network (GLSEN)
GLSEN's goal is to assure that each member of every school community is valued and respected regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity/expression. Through local organizing, advocacy, and the support of student and educator groups across the country, GLSEN envisions a future in which every child learns to respect and accept all people, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity/expression. - Lambda
Legal
Lambda Legal is a national organization committed to achieving full recognition of the civil rights of lesbians, gay men, bisexuals, transgender people, and people with HIV or AIDS, through impact litigation, education, and public policy work. - Children
of Lesbians and Gays Everywhere (COLAGE)
COLAGE is the only national and international organization in the world specifically supporting young people with gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender parents. - Lesbian
and Gay Immigration Rights Task Force (LGIRTF)
LGIRTF is made up immigrants, attorneys and other activists who address the widespread impact of discriminatory immigration laws on the lives of those in the gay, lesbian, bisexual & transgender community and immigrants who are living with HIV/AIDS. LGIRTIF provides free legal clinics and support meetings to LGBT immigrants and refugees, as well as coordinating a nationwide resource network. - DeafQueer.org
The Deaf Queer Resource Center (DQRC) is a national nonprofit resource and information center for, by and about the Deaf Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Transsexual, Intersex and Questioning communities (hereafter referred to as the "Deaf Queer community"). - National
Center for Lesbian Rights
NCLR is a national legal resource center with a primary commitment to advancing the rights and safety of lesbians and their families through a program of litigation, public policy advocacy, free legal advice and counseling, and public education.
Wellness and Preventive Health-
WebMD Women's Health
This site contains information on a range of women's health topics - Health
Woman Center
This site contains information on nutrition, homeopathy, fitness, conditions and mind and body health. - Health
Power
Health Power is a nationally unique non-profit corporation which provides accurate, user friendly, culturally relevant health information to improve the health of people and communities of color. Founded by Norma J. Goodwin, M.D., Health Power provides (a) health information, (b) health promotion, (c) technical advice and assistance to organizations, and (d) partnerships and networking. - Black
Woman's Health
This is an informative and interactive web site dedicated to promoting the physical, mental and spiritual wellness of today's African American woman. - Women
with Disabilities
Information about services, support, abuse, reproductive health, access to health, etc from the U.S. Department of Health. - Lesbian.com
This site has an amazing array of links for information on cancer, HIV/AIDS, menstruation, and other health sites and associations. - National
Center for Lesbian Rights
NCLR is a national legal resource center with a primary commitment to advancing the rights and safety of lesbians and their families through a program of litigation, public policy advocacy, free legal advice and counseling, and public education. - GayHealth.Com
Gay Health is a health and wellness site dedicated to providing LGBT people with access to current and accurate health information Staffed by professionals from within our own community, the site provides easy access to accurate, current and vital health information. - Planned
Parenthood-Lesbian Health
This site provides information on health risks, partner violence and a basic outline of how to find, interview and come out to clinicians. Planned Parenthood has clinic sites throughout the U.S. - Feminist
Women' s Health Initiative
This site provides some basic health information, self care info as well as clinic care and links. - MEDLINE
Plus Health Information
Maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine, this site contains up to date information on a range of topics including new developments in research, prevention/screening, gender, youth, health and organization directories and links to information clearinghouses. - The
Yeast Infection Home Page
Yeast infection info, including causes, symptoms and home remedies. - Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is recognized as the lead US federal agency for protecting the health and safety of people - at home and abroad, providing credible information to enhance health decisions, and promoting health through strong partnerships. - United
Nations Index
Includes hundreds of documents covering international statistics, human rights, prevention, and public policy. - World
Health Organization
Contains up-to-date information regarding diseases around the world. In English, French, and Spanish.
Access to HealthcareHealth Insurance Information- New
York State Health Insurance Information
Website for the New York State Health Insurance Information, Counseling & Assistance Program - New
York State Health Insurance Department
Comparison of health insurance programs in New York - New York State Healthy NY Program
Information on the New York State Healthy NY program - Medicare Part D
The following websites have information about Medicare Part D and Prescription Drug Plans
Department of Health and Human Services
The Facts about Medicare Prescription Drug Plans
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Service
The Center for Medicare Advocacy, Inc.
AARP - Working
Today
Working Today offers group-rate health benefits to independent workers in the New York City area and works for change in health and employment policy nationwide.
Governmant Financial Assistance- New
York State AIDS Drug Assistance Program
The NYS Department of Health's AIDS Institute has established four programs which provide access to free health care (HIV Drugs, Primary Care, Home Care, and APIC) for New York State residents with HIV infection who are uninsured or underinsured. - Family
Health Plus
Family Health Plus is a public health insurance program for adults between the ages of 19 and 64 who do not have health insurance — either on their own or through their employers — but have incomes too high to qualify for Medicaid. - New
York State Medicaid Info for Consumers
Information about Medicaid eligibility, Medicaid application processes , and programming.
Health Insurance Information- Drug
Information on Medline Plus
A guide to more than 9,000 prescription and over-the-counter medications provided by the United States Pharmacopeia
Sexual HealthSafer Sex and STI Information- Guide to Safer Sex
Lengthy guide to safer sex, from the Society for Human Sexuality. - Lesbian Safer Sex Safer sex information for Lesbians.
- Superdyke.com Safer Sex for Women
- Oral Sex Information Site, created by Managing Desire, with information on oral sex and HIV risk.
- Facts & Answers about STD's Information on STDs from the American Social Health Association.
- Lesbian and Bisexual Women and STDs
Information and resources regarding STDs in women who have sex with women.
Hepatitis- Hepatitis Foundation InternationalThe Hepatitis Foundation International is dedicated to the eradication of viral hepatitis, a disease affecting over 500 million people around the world and seeks to raise awareness of this enormous worldwide problem and to motivate people to support this important - and winnable - battle.
- The American Liver Foundation The American Liver Foundation is a national, voluntary nonprofit organization dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and cure of hepatitis and other liver diseases through research, education and advocacy.
- The Hepatitis B Foundation
The Hepatitis B Foundation is a national non-profit organization dedicated to finding a cure and improving the quality of life of those affected by hepatitis B worldwide through research, education, and patient advocacy. - HepNet
The Hepatitis Information Network - Immunization Action Coalition
The nation's premier source of childhood, adolescent, and adult immunization information and hepatitis B educational materials. - Model Programs for Hepatitis A, B, and C Prevention
This website showcases programs across the United States that work to prevent hepatitis A, B, or C in people who are at risk for infection.
Contraceptive Information- Contraception.net This site contains information on diseases and conditions, dietary and herbal supplements, treatments, therapies and more. Information in Spanish available.
- Global Reproductive Health Forum at Harvard This site contains historical information on contraceptives, as well as information on the types of contraceptives available, choosing a method, emergency methods and links for more information and services.
- Planned Parenthood This site has information about birth control as well as other sexual health topics.
- Healthtouch Online: For Better Health This site has information about the effectiveness, risks and availability of different types of birth control.
- Medline Plus This site contains contraceptive information, including the newest research, and information on the health benefits and risks of different types of contraceptives.
- Center for Reproductive Rights The Center for Reproductive Rights uses the law to advance reproductive freedom as a fundamental right that all governments are legally obligated to protect, respect and fulfill.
Alternative Insemination- Lesbian Health Research Center This site has basic information on getting pregnant through alternative insemination.
- LGBT Health Channel This site provides LGBT focused information on alternative insemination.
- Lesbians.org This site has links for alternative fertilization
- SpermBankDirectory.com A national directory of sperm cryobanks and what to know before you go.
- SpermBanker.com This sperm donation information center contains a list of local sperm banks and a description of their services.
Pregnancy- Lesbians.org Support for lesbian mothers
- Midwifery Today: The Heart and Science of Birth This site provides information on nutrition during pregnancy, childbirth options, mother and child health and information about midwifery.
- Motherstuff Meta-index of mother-knowledge on the Internet.
- Childbirth.org Welcome to Childbirth.org. Pregnancy is a very special time in a person's life. Educating yourselves to be good consumers, knowing your options, and how to provide yourselves with the best possible care are essential to a healthy pregnancy.
Adoption- Adoption Family Center Created by families Like Ours, Inc. to provide information, resources and support for GLBT families.
- 2moms2dads.com 2moms2dads.com is your one-stop resource for gay and lesbian parents or gays and lesbians interested in becoming parents -- through adoption, surrogacy, in vitro, egg donors, sperm donors, etc. We provide links to articles and resources specifically for gay and lesbian parents and potential parents.
- Gay Adoption This site provides a basic overview of the adoption process for gay and lesbian parents including legal issues (link for state specific info), options, support and family resource information.
- Lesbian.org:GLBT adoption This site contains adoption information links for lesbian and gay couples
HIV/AIDSHIV/AIDS Basic Information- AIDS Map Aims to create and disseminate information resources rooted in the experiences of those most affected, enabling individuals and communities to take action and control in responding to HIV and AIDS.
- Animation: The Life Cycle of HIV Infection Animation of the life cycle of HIV infection, from The Johns Hopkins AIDS Service.
- The Body The mission of The Body is to use the Web to lower barriers between patients and clinicians, to demystify HIV/AIDS and its treatment to improve patients' quality of life, and to foster community through human connection.
- Day One An introductory website for those who have recently found out that they have HIV.
HIV/AIDS Treatment and Clinical Trials- HIV/AIDS
Treatment Information Service
The HIV/AIDS Treatment Information Service (ATIS) is a central resource for federally-approved treatment guidelines for HIV and AIDS. - HIV
Insite
HIV Insite, sponsored by the University of California at San Francisco, contains medical, education, social, policy and US and International statistics information, as well as information in Spanish. - Johns
Hopkins AIDS Service
The Johns Hopkins AIDS Service contains information on medical care of HIV, managed care, and HIV prevention. - National
Pediatric & Family HIV Resource Center
The National Pediatric & Family HIV Resource Center offers education, consultation, technical assistance, and training to professionals who care for children, adolescents and families with HIV infection and AIDS. - New
York State HIV Clinical Guidelines & HIV Quality of Care
Program
A collaborative effort between the New York State Department of Health AIDS Institute and the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine Division of Infectious Diseases regarding clinical guidelines, best practices, and quality of care. - AIDS
Treatment Data Network
The AIDS Treatment Data Network maintains comprehensive and up-to-date informational databases about AIDS treatments, research studies, and services. - GMHC's
Treatment Issues Newsletter.
Treatment Issues is GMHC's newsletter of experimental AIDS therapies.nt - AIDS
Treatment Data Network Alternative Therapies
Up-to-date information on HIV/AIDS alternative therapies from the AIDS Treatment Data Network.
HIV/AIDS Organizations- The
Estate Project
One of the mission of this organization is to preserve the cultural legacy of the AIDS crisis so that future generations can enjoy, study and engage artworks as aesthetic achievements and historical documents. - National
Association of People with AIDS
The National Association of People With AIDS advocates on behalf of and works to educate, inform, and empower all people living with HIV and AIDS. - ACT
UP-AIDS Coalition to Unleash Power
For meeting the challenge of the AIDS epidemic and its crisis of conscience with vigilant acts of political and cultural provocation, thereby giving voice to the essential creative will of our humanity. - Lesbian
and Gay Immigration Rights Task Force
The Lesbian and Gay Immigration Rights Task Force (LGIRTF) is a coalition of immigrants, attorneys and other activists who address the widespread impact of discriminatory immigration laws on the lives of those in the gay, lesbian, bisexual & transgender community and immigrants who are living with HIV/AIDS.
HIV/AIDS International Organizations- UNAIDS-
Joint United Nations Program on HIV/AIDS
Information regarding HIV's impact on the world. Includes hundreds of documents covering international statistics, human rights, prevention, and public policy. - World
Health Organization
This page provides links to descriptions of activities, reports, news and events, as well as contacts and cooperating partners in the various WHO programmes and offices working on this topic. Also shown are links to related web sites and topics.
HIV/AIDS Organizations for People of Color- People
of Color in Crisis
HIV/AIDS organization focused on people of color, based in Brooklyn. - National
Minority AIDS Council
The National Minority AIDS Council (NMAC) is the premier national organization dedicated to developing leadership within communities of color to address the challenge of HIV/AIDS. - Harlem
Director's Group
Designed to be an umbrella public policy group for HIV/AIDS organizations based in the Harlem and Upper Manhattan area. - Harlem
United Community AIDS Center
Physical/spiritual support for homeless people living with HIV/AIDS in Harlem/Upper Manhattan. - My
Sistahs
My Sistahs is a web site created by and for young women of color to provide information and offer support on sexual and reproductive health issues through education and advocacy. - Urban
Health Project
The Urban Health Project was launched in January of 2003, to fill an unmet need in online health education and resources for African American communities. - Asian
and Pacific Islander Coalition on HIV/AIDS
Asian & Pacific Islander Coalition on HIV/AIDS is a non-profit organization providing HIV/AIDS related services, education, and research to Asian and Pacific Islander Communities in New York City - A&PI
Wellness Center
This center educates, supports, empowers, and advocates for Asian and Pacific Islander (A&PI) communities, particularly A&PIs living with or at-risk for HIV/AIDS. - AIDS
in Latino Communities From The Body
The mission of The Body is to use the Web to lower barriers between patients and clinicians, to demystify HIV/AIDS and its treatment to improve patients' quality of life, and to foster community through human connection. - La
RED de Informacion del SIDA
The AIDS Treatment Data Network's simple facts project, in Espanol. - Hispanic
AIDS Forum
Multi-service program addressing HIV-related needs of gay men. - Latino
Commission on AIDS
Nonprofit membership organization dedicated to improving and expanding health promotion, research, treatment and other services to the Latino community through organizing, education, model program development, capacity building & training. - National
Native American AIDS Prevention Center
The National Native American AIDS Prevention Center works to stop the spread of HIV and related diseases among American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiians and to improve the quality of life for members of those communities infected and affected by HIV/AIDS.
Cancer- American Cancer Society The American Cancer Society's website contains information on the nature of breast cancer, including male breast cancer, its causes and risk factors, prevention, new diagnostic techniques, and the latest treatment options.
- LGBT Health Channel- Cancer in Women Who Have Sex With Women Lesbian, bisexual and other women who have sex with women (WSW) may be at greater risk for certain cancers due to certain behaviors and social factors.
- Lesbian Community Cancer Center LCCP is in Chicago. The mission of LCCP is to advance the health and quality of life for lesbian, bisexual and transgender women through advocacy and public education.
- Long Island Lesbian Cancer Initiative The Long Island Lesbian Cancer Iniative is a grassroots, feminist initiative dedicated to securing lesbian sensitive services for women at risk for or impacted by cancer.
- Mautner Project for Lesbians with Cancer Mautner Project for Lesbians with Cancer
- The National Cancer Institute The most recent and accurate information on cancer from the National Cancer Institute, a component of the National Institutes of Health.
Breast Cancer- Breast Cancer Information from the National Cancer Institute The most recent and accurate information on breast cancer from the National Cancer Institute, a component of the National Institutes of Health.
- Frequently-Asked Questions about Breast Cancer This page contains general information on breast cancer from the University of Pennsylvania Cancer Center's website "OncoLink."
- Breast Cancer Information In Spanish/Espanol Accurate information in Spanish for both health professionals and consumers from Medline Plus Health Information, program of the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
Ovarian Cancer- Ovarian Cancer National Alliance This organization provides information for people who a re newly diagnosed, survivors and their friends and family. Including treatment, clinical trial information, advocacy, tec.
- Ovarian Cancer Information from MedicineNet.com MedicineNet is anetwork of U.S. Board Certified Physicians and Allied Health Professionals that provides easy-to-understand medical information to make smart health decisions with your doctor
Uterine Cancer- Uterine Cancer Information from MedicineNet.com
MedicineNet is a network of U.S. Board Certified Physicians and Allied Health Professionals that provides easy-to-understand medical information to make smart health decisions with your doctor - Mayo Clinic General information including treatment, self-care and coping.
- Cancer Treatment Centers of America Information on treatments and links to clinics and Physicians
Substance Use/Abuse- LBGT Health Channel This site discusses "Party Drugs", including amyl nitrates, ketamine hydrochloride, methamphetamine, and mdma.
- Gay and Lesbian Addiction Resources
Resources for information, help and support. - Go Ask Alice This site contains information about fitness, nutrition, alcohol and other drugs, general and emotional health, sexuality and sexual health, as well as information about healthy relationships.
- National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information Information compiled by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
- Dance Safe Website promoting health and safety within the rave and nightclub community
- Montana Meth Project
Prevention-focused organization in Montana using a research methodology approach to reduce the prevalence and frequency of meth use in the state - Not even One
Straight answers to questions about the dangers of methamphetamine, encouraging youth to never try the drug, not even one time. - Project Connect at the Lesbian and Gay Community Services Center Brief info on substance abuse in LGBT communities. Project Connect offers free and confidential addiction services
Smoking Cessation Program- IQuit: Internet-based smoking treatment program for LGBT communities IQuit is an Internet-based smoking cessation program for LGBT community members run by researchers at the University of California, San Francisco.
- StandOut- A Commit to Quit Program StandOut helps queer young people (identified as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or questioning) and supportive allies learn about tobacco companies' targeting of the queer community, as well as the risk factors of tobacco use.
- Gay American Smoke Out The Gay American Smoke Out is an opportunity for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered (LGBT) individuals to challenge themselves to quit smoking. It is also an opportunity for LGBT organizations to provide resources for quitting and host fun events to raise awareness about tobacco use.
ViolenceDomestic & Sexual Violence- Rape, Abuse and Incest Natioanl Network (RAINN) RAINN is the nation's largest anti-sexual assault organization. RAINN operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE and has programs for survivors as well as general info.
- MAITRI LGBT teens and violence including dating violence, family violence, sexual violence, and violence against self-suicide.
- Violence Against Women Online Resources Information and statistics about LBGT domestic violence.
- National Coalition of Anti-Violence Programs National Advocacy for Local LGBT Communities
- NYC Gay and Lesbian Anti-Violence Project (AVP) Counseling, advocacy and training. Peer and short term counseling for sexual assault, domestic violence, HIV related violence and other victimization. Confidential 24 hour hotline: 212-714-1141.
- National Domestic Violence Hotline National Domestic Violence Hotline Hotline and Domestic violence Information site which includes a comprehensive list of domestic violence links, including links for organizations that focus on the needs of different communities while respecting how complex identities intersect. Topics include LGBT domestic violence organizations, immigration, metal illness, poverty, and ethnicity.
Hate Crimes- Lambda GLBT Anti-Violence Project LAMBDA's Anti-Violence Project (AVP) provides resources, information and victim services to survivors of hate crimes, domestic violence, sexual assault, and other crimes.
- Lambda Hotline Contact your local Anti-Violence Project or the GLBT Hate Crime Hotline at e-mail: AVP@lambda.org , or voice: 800.616.HATE National Domestic Violence Hotline: Voice: 800.799.SAFE, or -TTY: 800.787.3224.
- National Gay and Lesbian Task Force Founded in 1973, the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force Foundation (the Task Force) was the first national LGBT civil rights and advocacy organization and remains the movement's leading voice for freedom, justice, and equality.
- New York City Gay and Lesbian Anti-Violence Project The Project serves lesbian, gay, transgender, bisexual and HIV-positive victims of violence, and others affected by violence, by providing free and confidential services enabling them to regain their sense of control, identify and evaluate their options, and assert their rights.
- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Social support and Violence Prevention Information for LGBT communities.
Mental Health- Suicide Awareness Voices of Education (SAVE) SAVE's Mission is to prevent suicide through public awareness and education, eliminate stigma and serve as a resource to those touched by suicide. Hotline 1-800-SUICIDE
- WebMD Mental Health Information Center Mental health disorders affect an estimated 22% of American adults each year. Here you'll find in-depth articles on mental health care, conditions such as depression and anxiety, and promising new treatments. Plus, get daily help in our online support groups.
- The Body This site contains information on mental health and HIV
- The Gay & Lesbian National Hotline We're dedicated to meeting the needs of the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (GLBT) community, and those questioning their sexual orientation or identity. We offer free and confidential peer-counseling, information, and local resources for cities and town throughout the United States.
- National Association of Gay, Lesbian, and Transgender Community Centers This site has a national directory of community centers.
Prescription Drugs- Drug
Information on Medline Plus
A guide to more than 9,000 prescription and over-the-counter medications provided by the United States Pharmacopeia
Alternative Health and Healing- National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine This site contains information on diseases and conditions, dietary and herbal supplements, treatments, therapies and more. Information in Spanish available.
- Alternative Medicine Information This is an online resource for alternative health information.
- HealthWorld Online Wellness Inventory This site provides information on wellness, healthy eating and alternative therapies and listing for integrative health professionals.
- BBC: Health This site contains complementary medicine info.
- WholeHealthMD's The goal of this site is to empower consumers to take a proactive approach to their own wellness. By combining the resources of both scientific health research in CAM and the clinical expertise of integrative health care specialists, the site supports users on their personal path to health, wellness, and longevity.
- Woman to Woman This site contains information on women's health and alternative medicine.
Elders and Aging- Administration on Aging: US Dept of Health and Human Services Our site is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of a wide variety of topics, programs and services related to aging. Whether you are an older individual, a caregiver, a community service provider, a researcher, or a student, you will find valuable information provided in a user-friendly way.
- National Council on Aging Founded in 1950, The National Council on the Aging is a national network of organizations and individuals dedicated to improving the health and independence of older persons and increasing their continuing contributions to communities, society and future generations.
- Sage Services and Advocacy for GLBT elders
- The Gay Financial Network This is an article on financial implications of aging in GLBT communities.
- OutSmart Magazine This online issue is about aging and includes discussions about health and exercise, menopause, and community groups.
- WebMD:Aging This site contains information on hearing loss, oral health, nutrition, physical activity, sex and some of the health conditions that may affect people as they age.
Gay, Bisexual, and Men who have sex with Men
- Sexual Health Clinic
Callen-Lorde emphasizes prevention of sexually-transmitted infections (STI) and has improved access to STI clinical care by offering screening and treatment services apart from primary care in our Sexual Health Clinic.- HIV/AIDS Services
Callen-Lorde provides comprehensive and state-of-the-art HIV/AIDS care and support in an integrated model of care.- Free Rapid HIV Testing
Callen-Lorde provides rapid HIV testing, utilitizing the FDA approved OraQuick test. This test uses a drop of blood taken from your figertip, and is the most reliable rapid test available. You will receive your HIV test result on the same day as your appointment.- Oral Health Clinic
The Oral Health Clinic provides comprehensive dental and oral health care in our new state of the art clinical suite.- Senior Health
Callen-Lorde's Senior Health Services are geared toward the specific health and mental health needs of New York's LGBT seniors.- Audre Lorde Project Center for LGBT/two-spirit/people of color.
- African Ancestral Lesbians United for Societal Change, Inc. (AALUSC) Lesbians of color committed to spiritual, cultural, educational, economic, social empowerment.
- Association of Asian Pacific Community Health Organizations This website brings you better access to information relevant to improving the health status of Asian American and Pacific Islander populations.
- Gay Asian Pacific Support Network (GAPSN) The mission of GAPSN is to provide supportive environments for gay and bisexual Asian Pacific Islander men to meet, network, voice concerns, foster self-empowerment, and to advocate on issues of significance to the gay Asian Pacific Islander community.
- Asian Pacific Alliance of NY (APANY) Social, cultural and friendship, non-profit organization for all Asians/Pacific Islanders (APIs), and their non-API friends. Providing fun activities and a safe haven for friendly interaction
- South Asian Lesbian Gay Association SALGA-NYC is a social, political and support group for lesbians, gay men, bisexual and transgender people who trace their descent from countries such as Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Burma, India, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Tibet as well as people of South Asian descent from countries such as Guyana, Trinidad and Kenya.
- Trikone Through social and political activities, Trikone offers a supportive, empowering, and non-judgmental environment, where queer South Asians can meet, make connections, and proudly promote awareness and acceptance of their sexuality in society.
- GLAAD List of LGBT Latina/o Organizations A partial list of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender Latino/a organizations around the country.
- The American Indian Community House (AICH) The AICH, is a not-for-profit organization serving the health, social service, and cultural needs of Native Americans residing in New York City.
- Queens Pride House At Queens Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Pride Community Center - Corona Phone: 718-429-2300
- The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Community Center The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center provides a home for the birth, nurture and celebration of our organizations, institutions and culture; cares for our individuals and groups in need; educates the public and our community; and empowers our individuals and groups to achieve their fullest potential.
- American Veterans for Equal Rights, NY A New York association of American armed forces veterans who are Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Two Spirit, People of All Colors, friends and family. This chapter of AVER, the national GLBT veterans association, is currently in the process of forming. Parades, senior outreach, VA medical benefits advocacy.
- NYC Gay and Lesbian Anti-Violence Project (AVP) Counseling, advocacy and training. Peer and short term counseling for sexual assault, domestic violence, HIV related violence and other victimization. Confidential 24 hour hotline: 212-714-1141.
- New York Association For Gender Rights Advocacy (NYAGRA) NYAGRA is a membership organization that advocates at the state and local level for self-determination in gender expression and identity. (212) 645-8111, ext. 174
- DeafQueer.org
The Deaf Queer Resource Center (DQRC) is a national nonprofit resource and information center for, by and about the Deaf Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Transsexual, Intersex and Questioning communities (hereafter referred to as the "Deaf Queer community").- Senior Action in a Gay Environment (SAGE) Nation's oldest and largest social service and advocacy organization dedicated to LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender) senior citizens.
- American Veterans for Equal Rights, NY A New York association of American armed forces veterans who are Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Two Spirit, People of All Colors, friends and family. This chapter of AVER, the national GLBT veterans association, is currently in the process of forming. Parades, senior outreach, VA medical benefits advocacy.
- Amnesty International's OUTfront Program OUTfront works within the Amnesty International structure to protect the dignity and rights of LGBT people everywhere. Amnesty uses its network of international activists to confront violations and protect the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people. Through letter writing campaigns and direct advocacy, OUTfront draws attention to cases and patterns of abuse.
- The Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) GLAAD is dedicated to promoting and ensuring fair, accurate, and inclusive representation of people and events in the media as a means of eliminating homophobia and discrimination based on gender identity and sexual orientation.
- The Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network (GLSEN) GLSEN's goal is to assure that each member of every school community is valued and respected regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity/expression. Through local organizing, advocacy, and the support of student and educator groups across the country, GLSEN envisions a future in which every child learns to respect and accept all people, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity/expression.
- Lambda Legal Lambda Legal is a national organization committed to achieving full recognition of the civil rights of lesbians, gay men, bisexuals, transgender people, and people with HIV or AIDS, through impact litigation, education, and public policy work.
- Children of Lesbians and Gays Everywhere (COLAGE) COLAGE is the only national and international organization in the world specifically supporting young people with gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender parents.
- Lesbian and Gay Immigration Rights Task Force (LGIRTF) LGIRTF is made up immigrants, attorneys and other activists who address the widespread impact of discriminatory immigration laws on the lives of those in the gay, lesbian, bisexual & transgender community and immigrants who are living with HIV/AIDS. LGIRTIF provides free legal clinics and support meetings to LGBT immigrants and refugees, as well as coordinating a nationwide resource network.
- DeafQueer.org
The Deaf Queer Resource Center (DQRC) is a national nonprofit resource and information center for, by and about the Deaf Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Transsexual, Intersex and Questioning communities (hereafter referred to as the "Deaf Queer community").Wellness and Preventive Health- Healthy Man Center This site contains information on self-care, nutrition, alternative therapies, fitness, and mind and body health.
- Health Power Health Power is a nationally unique non-profit corporation which provides accurate, user friendly, culturally relevant health information to improve the health of people and communities of color. Founded by Norma J. Goodwin, M.D., Health Power provides (a) health information, (b) health promotion, (c) technical advice and assistance to organizations, and (d) partnerships and networking.
- GayHealth.Com Gay Health is a health and wellness site dedicated to providing LGBT people with access to current and accurate health information Staffed by professionals from within our own community, the site provides easy access to accurate, current and vital health information.
- MEDLINE Plus Health Information Maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine, this site contains up to date information on a range of topics including new developments in research, prevention/screening, gender, youth, health and organization directories and links to information clearinghouses.
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is recognized as the lead US federal agency for protecting the health and safety of people - at home and abroad, providing credible information to enhance health decisions, and promoting health through strong partnerships.
- United Nations Index Includes hundreds of documents covering international statistics, human rights, prevention, and public policy.
- World Health Organization Contains up-to-date information regarding diseases around the world. In English, French, and Spanish.
Access to HealthcareHealth Insurance Information- New York State Health Insurance Information Website for the New York State Health Insurance Information, Counseling & Assistance Program
- New
York State Health Insurance Department
Comparison of health insurance programs in New York - New York State Healthy NY Program
Information on the New York State Healthy NY program - Medicare Part D
The following websites have information about Medicare Part D and Prescription Drug Plans
Department of Health and Human Services
The Facts about Medicare Prescription Drug Plans
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Service
The Center for Medicare Advocacy, Inc.
AARP - Working Today Working Today offers group-rate health benefits to independent workers in the New York City area and works for change in health and employment policy nationwide.
Governmant Financial Assistance- New York State AIDS Drug Assistance Program The NYS Department of Health's AIDS Institute has established four programs which provide access to free health care (HIV Drugs, Primary Care, Home Care, and APIC) for New York State residents with HIV infection who are uninsured or underinsured.
- Family Health Plus Family Health Plus is a public health insurance program for adults between the ages of 19 and 64 who do not have health insurance — either on their own or through their employers — but have incomes too high to qualify for Medicaid.
- New York State Medicaid Info for Consumers Information about Medicaid eligibility, Medicaid application processes , and programming.
Sexual Health- Safer Sex and Sexual Health Information for Gay Men Site on safer sex and sexual health for gay men, from Terrence Higgins Trust, the leading HIV & AIDS charity in the UK.
- Guide to Safer Sex Lengthy guide to safer sex, from the Society for Human Sexuality.
- LGBT Health Channel This site provides safer sex and STI prevention information for men who have sex with men. This site includes a general overview of the topic as well as safer sex information about sex toys and aids, fetish and alternative sexual behavior, etc.
- Centers for Disease Control - National Prevention Information Network Superdyke.com The nation's largest federal collection of information and resources on HIV, STD and TB Prevention. The nation's largest federal collection of information and resources on HIV, STD and TB Prevention.
- Oral Sex Information Site, created by Managing Desire, with information on oral sex and HIV risk.
- Facts & Answers about STD's
Information on STDs from the American Social Health Association.
Hepatitis- Hepatitis Foundation International The Hepatitis Foundation International is dedicated to the eradication of viral hepatitis, a disease affecting over 500 million people around the world and seeks to raise awareness of this enormous worldwide problem and to motivate people to support this important - and winnable - battle.
- The American Liver Foundation The American Liver Foundation is a national, voluntary nonprofit organization dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and cure of hepatitis and other liver diseases through research, education and advocacy.
- The Hepatitis B Foundation The Hepatitis B Foundation is a national non-profit organization dedicated to finding a cure and improving the quality of life of those affected by hepatitis B worldwide through research, education, and patient advocacy.
- HepNet The Hepatitis Information Network
- Immunization Action Coalition The nation's premier source of childhood, adolescent, and adult immunization information and hepatitis B educational materials.
- Model Programs for Hepatitis A, B, and C Prevention This website showcases programs across the United States that work to prevent hepatitis A, B, or C in people who are at risk for infection.
HIV/AIDSHIV/AIDS Basic Information- AIDS Map Aims to create and disseminate information resources rooted in the experiences of those most affected, enabling individuals and communities to take action and control in responding to HIV and AIDS.
- Animation: The Life Cycle of HIV Infection Animation of the life cycle of HIV infection, from The Johns Hopkins AIDS Service.
- The Body The mission of The Body is to use the Web to lower barriers between patients and clinicians, to demystify HIV/AIDS and its treatment to improve patients' quality of life, and to foster community through human connection.
- Day One An introductory website for those who have recently found out that they have HIV.
HIV/AIDS Treatment and Clinical Trials- HIV/AIDS
Treatment Information Service
The HIV/AIDS Treatment Information Service (ATIS) is a central resource for federally-approved treatment guidelines for HIV and AIDS. - HIV
Insite
HIV Insite, sponsored by the University of California at San Francisco, contains medical, education, social, policy and US and International statistics information, as well as information in Spanish. - Johns
Hopkins AIDS Service
The Johns Hopkins AIDS Service contains information on medical care of HIV, managed care, and HIV prevention. - National
Pediatric & Family HIV Resource Center
The National Pediatric & Family HIV Resource Center offers education, consultation, technical assistance, and training to professionals who care for children, adolescents and families with HIV infection and AIDS. - New
York State HIV Clinical Guidelines & HIV Quality of Care
Program
A collaborative effort between the New York State Department of Health AIDS Institute and the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine Division of Infectious Diseases regarding clinical guidelines, best practices, and quality of care. - AIDS
Treatment Data Network
The AIDS Treatment Data Network maintains comprehensive and up-to-date informational databases about AIDS treatments, research studies, and services. - GMHC's
Treatment Issues Newsletter.
Treatment Issues is GMHC's newsletter of experimental AIDS therapies.nt - AIDS
Treatment Data Network Alternative Therapies
Up-to-date information on HIV/AIDS alternative therapies from the AIDS Treatment Data Network.
HIV/AIDS Organizations- The
Estate Project
One of the mission of this organization is to preserve the cultural legacy of the AIDS crisis so that future generations can enjoy, study and engage artworks as aesthetic achievements and historical documents. - National
Association of People with AIDS
The National Association of People With AIDS advocates on behalf of and works to educate, inform, and empower all people living with HIV and AIDS. - ACT
UP-AIDS Coalition to Unleash Power
For meeting the challenge of the AIDS epidemic and its crisis of conscience with vigilant acts of political and cultural provocation, thereby giving voice to the essential creative will of our humanity. - Lesbian
and Gay Immigration Rights Task Force
The Lesbian and Gay Immigration Rights Task Force (LGIRTF) is a coalition of immigrants, attorneys and other activists who address the widespread impact of discriminatory immigration laws on the lives of those in the gay, lesbian, bisexual & transgender community and immigrants who are living with HIV/AIDS.
HIV/AIDS International Organizations- UNAIDS-
Joint United Nations Program on HIV/AIDS
Information regarding HIV's impact on the world. Includes hundreds of documents covering international statistics, human rights, prevention, and public policy. - World
Health Organization
This page provides links to descriptions of activities, reports, news and events, as well as contacts and cooperating partners in the various WHO programmes and offices working on this topic. Also shown are links to related web sites and topics.
HIV/AIDS Organizations for People of Color- People of Color in Crisis HIV/AIDS organization focused on people of color, based in Brooklyn.
- National Minority AIDS Council The National Minority AIDS Council (NMAC) is the premier national organization dedicated to developing leadership within communities of color to address the challenge of HIV/AIDS.
- Harlem Director's Group Designed to be an umbrella public policy group for HIV/AIDS organizations based in the Harlem and Upper Manhattan area.
- Harlem United Community AIDS Center Physical/spiritual support for homeless people living with HIV/AIDS in Harlem/Upper Manhattan.
- Gay Men of African Descent GMAD is working to improve quality of life within the New York City black gay community by effectively fight the triple threat of AIDS, homophobia and racism through education, advocacy, health and wellness and social support.
- Urban Health Project The Urban Health Project was launched in January of 2003, to fill an unmet need in online health education and resources for African American communities.
- Asian and Pacific Islander Coalition on HIV/AIDS Asian & Pacific Islander Coalition on HIV/AIDS is a non-profit organization providing HIV/AIDS related services, education, and research to Asian and Pacific Islander Communities in New York City
- A&PI Wellness Center This center educates, supports, empowers, and advocates for Asian and Pacific Islander (A&PI) communities, particularly A&PIs living with or at-risk for HIV/AIDS.
- AIDS in Latino Communities From The Body The mission of The Body is to use the Web to lower barriers between patients and clinicians, to demystify HIV/AIDS and its treatment to improve patients' quality of life, and to foster community through human connection.
- La RED de Informacion del SIDA The AIDS Treatment Data Network's simple facts project, in Espanol.
- Hispanic AIDS Forum Multi-service program addressing HIV-related needs of gay men.
- Latino Gay Men of New York This is a community based organization for gay, bisexual and transgender Latino males in New York City and the surrounding metropolitan areas.
- Latino Commission on AIDS Nonprofit membership organization dedicated to improving and expanding health promotion, research, treatment and other services to the Latino community through organizing, education, model program development, capacity building & training.
- National Native American AIDS Prevention Center The National Native American AIDS Prevention Center works to stop the spread of HIV and related diseases among American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiians and to improve the quality of life for members of those communities infected and affected by HIV/AIDS.
CancerAnal Cancer- LGBT Health Channel- Anal Cancer Anal cancer affects men and women, but it is the only cancer with a greater prevalence among men who have sex with men (MSM) than in the general population.
- National Prostate Cancer Coalition Taking care of the biggest thing in men's health, the National Prostate Cancer Coalition (NPCC) sets the standard for rapidly reducing the burden of prostate cancer on American men and their families through awareness, outreach, and advocacy.
- Malecare-Men Fighting Prostate Cancer Together We are oncologists, psychologists and social workers facilitating health care programs, free and open to the public. Malecare workshops, lectures, treatment and support groups provide cancer education to men, their loved ones and their families.
- Prostateinfo.com A comprehensive source of information on prostate cancer for patients and the professionals who care for them
Prostate CancerTesticular Cancer- Malecare-Men Fighting Testicular Cancer Together We are oncologists, psychologists and social workers facilitating health care programs, free and open to the public. Malecare workshops, lectures, treatment and support groups provide cancer education to men, their loved ones and their families.
- Testicular Cancer Information from MedicineNet.com MedicineNet is a network of U.S. Board Certified Physicians and Allied Health Professionals that provides easy-to-understand medical information to make smart health decisions with your doctor
- Testicular Cancer Information from the National Cancer Institute The most recent and accurate information on testicular cancer from the National Cancer Institute, a component of the National Institutes of Health.
- Testicular Cancer Resource Center This exhaustive site contains general information and support, including information on the Testicular Self Exam, and specific testing & treatment information.
- LBGT Health Channel This site discusses "Party Drugs", including amyl nitrates, ketamine hydrochloride, methamphetamine, and mdma.
- Gay and Lesbian Addiction Resources
Resources for information, help and support. - Go Ask Alice This site contains information about fitness, nutrition, alcohol and other drugs, general and emotional health, sexuality and sexual health, as well as information about healthy relationships.
- National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information Information compiled by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
- Dance Safe Website promoting health and safety within the rave and nightclub community
- Montana Meth Project
Prevention-focused organization in Montana using a research methodology approach to reduce the prevalence and frequency of meth use in the state - Not even One
Straight answers to questions about the dangers of methamphetamine, encouraging youth to never try the drug, not even one time. - Project Connect at the Lesbian and Gay Community Services Center Brief info on substance abuse in LGBT communities. Project Connect offers free and confidential addiction services
Adoption- Adoption Family Center Created by families Like Ours, Inc. to provide information, resources and support for GLBT families.
- 2moms2dads.com 2moms2dads.com is your one-stop resource for gay and lesbian parents or gays and lesbians interested in becoming parents -- through adoption, surrogacy, in vitro, egg donors, sperm donors, etc. We provide links to articles and resources specifically for gay and lesbian parents and potential parents.
- Gay Adoption This site provides a basic overview of the adoption process for gay and lesbian parents including legal issues (link for state specific info), options, support and family resource information.
Alternative Insemination- Lesbian Health Research Center This site has basic information on getting pregnant through alternative insemination.
- LGBT Health Channel This site provides LGBT focused information on alternative insemination.
- Lesbians.org This site has links for alternative fertilization
- SpermBankDirectory.com A national directory of sperm cryobanks and what to know before you go.
- SpermBanker.com This sperm donation information center contains a list of local sperm banks and a description of their services.
Smoking Cessation Program- IQuit: Internet-based smoking treatment program for LGBT communities IQuit is an Internet-based smoking cessation program for LGBT community members run by researchers at the University of California, San Francisco.
- StandOut- A Commit to Quit Program StandOut helps queer young people (identified as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or questioning) and supportive allies learn about tobacco companies' targeting of the queer community, as well as the risk factors of tobacco use.
- Gay American Smoke Out The Gay American Smoke Out is an opportunity for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered (LGBT) individuals to challenge themselves to quit smoking. It is also an opportunity for LGBT organizations to provide resources for quitting and host fun events to raise awareness about tobacco use.
ViolenceDomestic & Sexual Violence- Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN) RAINN is the nation's largest anti-sexual assault organization. RAINN operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE and has programs for survivors as well as general info.
- MAITRI LGBT teens and violence including dating violence, family violence, sexual violence, and violence against self-suicide.
- Violence Against Women Online Resources Information and statistics about LBGT domestic violence.
- National Coalition of Anti-Violence Programs National Advocacy for Local LGBT Communities
- NYC Gay and Lesbian Anti-Violence Project (AVP) Counseling, advocacy and training. Peer and short term counseling for sexual assault, domestic violence, HIV related violence and other victimization. Confidential 24 hour hotline: 212-714-1141.
- National Domestic Violence Hotline National Domestic Violence Hotline Hotline and Domestic violence Information site which includes a comprehensive list of domestic violence links, including links for organizations that focus on the needs of different communities while respecting how complex identities intersect. Topics include LGBT domestic violence organizations, immigration, metal illness, poverty, and ethnicity.
Hate Crimes- Lambda GLBT Anti-Violence Project LAMBDA's Anti-Violence Project (AVP) provides resources, information and victim services to survivors of hate crimes, domestic violence, sexual assault, and other crimes.
- Lambda Hotline Contact your local Anti-Violence Project or the GLBT Hate Crime Hotline at e-mail: AVP@lambda.org , or voice: 800.616.HATE National Domestic Violence Hotline: Voice: 800.799.SAFE, or -TTY: 800.787.3224.
- National Gay and Lesbian Task Force Founded in 1973, the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force Foundation (the Task Force) was the first national LGBT civil rights and advocacy organization and remains the movement's leading voice for freedom, justice, and equality.
- New York City Gay and Lesbian Anti-Violence Project The Project serves lesbian, gay, transgender, bisexual and HIV-positive victims of violence, and others affected by violence, by providing free and confidential services enabling them to regain their sense of control, identify and evaluate their options, and assert their rights.
- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Social support and Violence Prevention Information for LGBT communities.
Mental Health- Suicide Awareness Voices of Education (SAVE) SAVE's Mission is to prevent suicide through public awareness and education, eliminate stigma and serve as a resource to those touched by suicide. Hotline 1-800-SUICIDE
- WebMD Mental Health Information Center Mental health disorders affect an estimated 22% of American adults each year. Here you'll find in-depth articles on mental health care, conditions such as depression and anxiety, and promising new treatments. Plus, get daily help in our online support groups.
- The Body This site contains information on mental health and HIV
- The Gay & Lesbian National Hotline We're dedicated to meeting the needs of the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (GLBT) community, and those questioning their sexual orientation or identity. We offer free and confidential peer-counseling, information, and local resources for cities and town throughout the United States.
- National Association of Gay, Lesbian, and Transgender Community Centers This site has a national directory of community centers.
Prescription Drugs- Drug
Information on Medline Plus
A guide to more than 9,000 prescription and over-the-counter medications provided by the United States Pharmacopeia
Alternative Health and Healing- National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine This site contains information on diseases and conditions, dietary and herbal supplements, treatments, therapies and more. Information in Spanish available.
- Alternative Medicine Information This is an online resource for alternative health information.
- HealthWorld Online Wellness Inventory This site provides information on wellness, healthy eating and alternative therapies and listing for integrative health professionals.
- BBC: Health This site contains complementary medicine info.
- WholeHealthMD's The goal of this site is to empower consumers to take a proactive approach to their own wellness. By combining the resources of both scientific health research in CAM and the clinical expertise of integrative health care specialists, the site supports users on their personal path to health, wellness, and longevity.
- Woman to Woman This site contains information on women's health and alternative medicine.
Elders and Aging- Administration on Aging: US Dept of Health and Human Services Our site is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of a wide variety of topics, programs and services related to aging. Whether you are an older individual, a caregiver, a community service provider, a researcher, or a student, you will find valuable information provided in a user-friendly way.
- National Council on Aging Founded in 1950, The National Council on the Aging is a national network of organizations and individuals dedicated to improving the health and independence of older persons and increasing their continuing contributions to communities, society and future generations.
- Sage Services and Advocacy for GLBT elders
- The Gay Financial Network This is an article on financial implications of aging in GLBT communities.
- OutSmart Magazine This online issue is about aging and includes discussions about health and exercise, menopause, and community groups.
- WebMD:Aging This site contains information on hearing loss, oral health, nutrition, physical activity, sex and some of the health conditions that may affect people as they age.
People of Transgender Experience
- Transgender Health Services
Callen-Lorde provides a trans-affirmative environment where you can receive hormone therapy, as well as engage in an ongoing relationship with a primary care provider and/or a mental health provider to address the entirety of your health and wellness needs.- HIV/AIDS Services
Callen-Lorde provides comprehensive and state-of-the-art HIV/AIDS care and support in an integrated model of care.- Free Rapid HIV Testing
Callen-Lorde provides rapid HIV testing, utilitizing the FDA approved OraQuick test. This test uses a drop of blood taken from your figertip, and is the most reliable rapid test available. You will receive your HIV test result on the same day as your appointment.- Oral Health Clinic
The Oral Health Clinic provides comprehensive dental and oral health care in our new state of the art clinical suite.- Senior Health
Callen-Lorde's Senior Health Services are geared toward the specific health and mental health needs of New York's LGBT seniors.- TransFamily The intent of this site is to offer some basic information, a point of contact for families beginning to deal with a loved one's gender idenity, email discussions for group members, and a starting point for related links.
- Transgender Aging Network The Transgender Aging Network TAN) exists to improve the lives of current ad future trans/SOFFA (significant others, friends, family, and allies) and elders.
- Gender Public Advocacy Coalition The Gender Public Advocacy Coalition (GenderPAC) works to end discrimination and violence caused by gender stereotypes by changing public attitudes, educating elected officials and expanding legal rights. GenderPAC also promotes understanding of the connection between discrimination based on gender stereotypes and sex, sexual orientation, age, race, class.
- Transgender Law and Policy Institute We are a non-profit organization dedicated to engaging in effective advocacy for transgender people in our society. The TLPI brings experts and advocates together to work on law and policy initiatives designed to advance transgender equality.
- National Transgender Advocacy Coalition
NTAC works for the advancement of understanding and the attainment of full civil rights for all transgendered, intersexed and gender variant people in every aspect of society and actively opposes discriminatory acts by all means legally available. - The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Community Center Center CARE and the Gender Identity Project (GIP) offer people of trans experience the opportunity to find support, information and a community - all in one place.
- New York Association For Gender Rights Advocacy (NYAGRA) NYAGRA's mission is to advocate for freedom of gender identity and expression for all.
- Cross Dressers International (CDI) CDI is a New York City based support group for male Crossdressers, transvestites and transsexual women.(212) 570-7389
- Gender People at Metropolitan Community Church of New York Transgender support group, meets regularly on Sundays
- Imperial Court of New York The glitz, glamour is how we have fun, but while having a fabulous time we open our hearts and our daily planners to ensure that people in our entire community have enough medical care, food, and shelter. We take care of our own!
- Dana Denise Bourne's Home Page for Wives and Significant Others of Transgendered People This site was created to provide wives, partners, and other significant others of men who crossdress with a friendly, non-threatening place to share thoughts and information
- FTM International The largest, longest-running educational organization serving FTM transgendered people and transsexual men.
- Trans Health A volunteer-run website providing information on health and fitness for trans people.
- The American Boyz, Inc. An organization that provides support to people who were labeled female at birth but who feel that is not an accurate or complete description of who they are (FTMs) and their significant others, friends, families and allies (SOFFAs).
- The Trans Resource and Referral Guide A useful tool in meetng the needs of trans and gender non-conforming New Yorkers who continue to face persistent and severe discrimination when accessing legal, social, educational and legal services.
Cross-gender Hormone Therapy- FAQ: Hormone Therapy for F2M Transsexuals Information on hormone therapy for men of transgender experience
Surgery- Female to Male Surgeons Worldwide listing of surgeons that perform Female to Male SRS surgery.
- FTM Phalloplasty Info Hub An informational website that contains information on Female to Male (FTM) Transsexual phalloplasties that have been gathered from the Web.
- Anne Lawrence: Resources for Transsexual Women Information for women of transgender experience
- The Trans Resource and Referral Guide A useful tool in meetng the needs of trans and gender non-conforming New Yorkers who continue to face persistent and severe discrimination when accessing legal, social, educational and legal services.
- Trans-Health
A volunteer-run website providing information on health and fitness for trans people.
Cross-gender Hormone Therapy- FAQ: Hormone Therapy for M2F Transsexuals Information on hormone therapy for women of transgender experience
Surgery- Vaginoplasty: Male to Female Sex Reassignment Surgery (SRS) This page sketches the historical development and surgical details of vaginoplasty surgery for male-to-female sex reassignment (often called sex reassignment surgery - SRS ).
- Male to Female Surgeons Listing of surgeons worldwide that perform Male to Female SRS surgery.
- Zen and the Art of Post-Operative Maintenance Step-by-step guide for the days after feminizing (MTF) sex reassignment surgery.
- Trans-Health.com Trans-health is an online magazine of health and fitness for transsexual and transgendered people.
- TransGenderCare.com TransGenderCare contains a large archive of health information, compiled from years of directly providing medical, psychological, electrology, and general health services to generations of transgender folk.
- LGBT Health Channel-Transgender Health Basic overview of health concerns.
- Gender.org Gender Education and Advocacy (GEA) is a national organization focused on the needs, issues and concerns of gender variant people in human society.
- American Educational Gender Information Services AEGIS is dedicated to serving the needs of ALL transgendered and transsexual persons, and of helping professionals. We promote nonjudgemental treatment and depathologicalization of persons with transgender and transsexual issues.
- Health Woman Center This site contains information on nutrition, homeopathy, fitness, conditions and mind and body health.
- Health Power Health Power is a nationally unique non-profit corporation which provides accurate, user friendly, culturally relevant health information to improve the health of people and communities of color. Founded by Norma J. Goodwin, M.D., Health Power provides (a) health information, (b) health promotion, (c) technical advice and assistance to organizations, and (d) partnerships and networking.
- Black Woman's Health This is an informative and interactive web site dedicated to promoting the physical, mental and spiritual wellness of today's African American woman.
- Women with Disabilities Information about services, support, abuse, reproductive health, access to health, etc from the U.S. Department of Health.
- Lesbian.com This site has an amazing array of links for information on cancer, HIV/AIDS, menstruation, and other health sites and associations.
- National Center for Lesbian Rights NCLR is a national legal resource center with a primary commitment to advancing the rights and safety of lesbians and their families through a program of litigation, public policy advocacy, free legal advice and counseling, and public education.
- GayHealth.Com Gay Health is a health and wellness site dedicated to providing LGBT people with access to current and accurate health information Staffed by professionals from within our own community, the site provides easy access to accurate, current and vital health information.
- Planned Parenthood-Lesbian Health This site provides information on health risks, partner violence and a basic outline of how to find, interview and come out to clinicians. Planned Parenthood has clinic sites throughout the U.S.
- Feminist Women' s Health Initiative This site provides some basic health information, self care info as well as clinic care and links.
- MEDLINE Plus Health Information Maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine, this site contains up to date information on a range of topics including new developments in research, prevention/screening, gender, youth, health and organization directories and links to information clearinghouses.
- The Yeast Infection Home Page Yeast infection info, including causes, symptoms and home remedies.
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is recognized as the lead US federal agency for protecting the health and safety of people - at home and abroad, providing credible information to enhance health decisions, and promoting health through strong partnerships.
- United Nations Index Includes hundreds of documents covering international statistics, human rights, prevention, and public policy.
- World Health Organization Contains up-to-date information regarding diseases around the world. In English, French, and Spanish.
- Health Woman Center
This site contains information on nutrition, homeopathy, fitness, conditions and mind and body health. - Health Woman Center
This site contains information on nutrition, homeopathy, fitness, conditions and mind and body health. - New York State Health Insurance Information
Website of the New York State Health Insurance Information, Counseling & Assistance Program - New York State Health Insurance Department
Comparison of health insurance programs in New York - New York State Healthy NY Program
Information on the New York State Healthy NY Program - Medicare Part D
The following websites have information about Medicare Part D and Prescription Drug Plans
Department of Health and Human Services
The Facts about Medicare Prescription Drug Plans
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Service
The Center for Medicare Advocacy, Inc.
AARP - Working Today
Working Today offers group-rate health benefits to independent workers in the New York City area and works for change in health and employment policy nationwide. - New York State AIDS Drug Assistance Program
The NYS Department of Health's AIDS Institute has established four programs which provide access to free health care (HIV Drugs, Primary Care, Home Care, and APIC) for New York State residents with HIV infection who are uninsured or underinsured. - Family Health Plus
Family Health Plus is a public health insurance program for adults between the ages of 19 and 64 who do not have health insurance —either on their own or through their employers — but have incomes too high to qualify for Medicaid. - New York State Medicaid Info for Consumers
Information about Medicaid eligibility, Medicaid application processes , and programming.
Access to HealthcareHealth Insurance InformationFinancial Information- Guide to Safer Sex Lengthy guide to safer sex, from the Society for Human Sexuality.
- Lesbian Safer Sex Safer sex information for Lesbians.
- Superdyke.com Safer Sex for Women
- Oral Sex Information Site, created by Managing Desire, with information on oral sex and HIV risk.
- Facts & Answers about STD's Information on STDs from the American Social Health Association .
- Lesbian and Bisexual Women and STDs Information and resources regarding STDs in women who have sex with women
- Safer Sex and Sexual Health Information for Gay Men Site on safer sex and sexual health for gay men, from Terrence Higgins Trust, the leading HIV & AIDS charity in the UK.
- LGBT Health Channel This site provides safer sex and STI prevention information for men who have sex with men. This site includes a general overview of the topic as well as safer sex information about sex toys and aids, fetish and alternative sexual behavior, etc.
- Centers for Disease Control - National Prevention Information Network Superdyke.com The nation's largest federal collection of information and resources on HIV, STD and TB Prevention. The nation's largest federal collection of information and resources on HIV, STD and TB Prevention.
- GMHC: Sexual Health Information This site contains information about HIV, AIDS and STI's and includes info on resources, prevention, and treatment.
Hepatitis- Hepatitis Foundation International The Hepatitis Foundation International is dedicated to the eradication of viral hepatitis, a disease affecting over 500 million people around the world and seeks to raise awareness of this enormous worldwide problem and to motivate people to support this important - and winnable - battle.
- The American Liver Foundation The American Liver Foundation is a national, voluntary nonprofit organization dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and cure of hepatitis and other liver diseases through research, education and advocacy.
- The Hepatitis B Foundation The Hepatitis B Foundation is a national non-profit organization dedicated to finding a cure and improving the quality of life of those affected by hepatitis B worldwide through research, education, and patient advocacy.
- HepNet The Hepatitis Information Network
- Immunization Action Coalition The nation's premier source of childhood, adolescent, and adult immunization information and hepatitis B educational materials.
- Model Programs for Hepatitis A, B, and C Prevention
- AIDS
Map
Aims to create and disseminate information resources rooted in the experiences of those most affected, enabling individuals and communities to take action and control in responding to HIV and AIDS. -
Animation: The Life Cycle of HIV Infection
Animation of the life cycle of HIV infection, from The Johns Hopkins AIDS Service. - The
Body
The mission of The Body is to use the Web to lower barriers between patients and clinicians, to demystify HIV/AIDS and its treatment to improve patients' quality of life, and to foster community through human connection. - Day
One
An introductory website for those who have recently found out that they have HIV.
HIV/AIDS Treatment and Clinical Trials- HIV/AIDS
Treatment Information Service
The HIV/AIDS Treatment Information Service (ATIS) is a central resource for federally-approved treatment guidelines for HIV and AIDS. - HIV
Insite
HIV Insite, sponsored by the University of California at San Francisco, contains medical, education, social, policy and US and International statistics information, as well as information in Spanish. - Johns
Hopkins AIDS Service
The Johns Hopkins AIDS Service contains information on medical care of HIV, managed care, and HIV prevention. - National
Pediatric & Family HIV Resource Center
The National Pediatric & Family HIV Resource Center offers education, consultation, technical assistance, and training to professionals who care for children, adolescents and families with HIV infection and AIDS. - New
York State HIV Clinical Guidelines & HIV Quality of Care
Program
A collaborative effort between the New York State Department of Health AIDS Institute and the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine Division of Infectious Diseases regarding clinical guidelines, best practices, and quality of care. - AIDS
Treatment Data Network
The AIDS Treatment Data Network maintains comprehensive and up-to-date informational databases about AIDS treatments, research studies, and services. - GMHC's
Treatment Issues Newsletter.
Treatment Issues is GMHC's newsletter of experimental AIDS therapies.nt - AIDS
Treatment Data Network Alternative Therapies
Up-to-date information on HIV/AIDS alternative therapies from the AIDS Treatment Data Network.
HIV/AIDS Treatment and Clinical Trials- HIV/AIDS Treatment Information Service The HIV/AIDS Treatment Information Service (ATIS) is a central resource for federally-approved treatment guidelines for HIV and AIDS.
- HIV Insite HIV Insite, sponsored by the University of California at San Francisco, contains medical, education, social, policy and US and International statistics information, as well as information in Spanish.
- Johns Hopkins AIDS Service The Johns Hopkins AIDS Service contains information on medical care of HIV, managed care, and HIV prevention.
- National Pediatric & Family HIV Resource Center The National Pediatric & Family HIV Resource Center offers education, consultation, technical assistance, and training to professionals who care for children, adolescents and families with HIV infection and AIDS.
- New York State HIV Clinical Guidelines & HIV Quality of Care Program A collaborative effort between the New York State Department of Health AIDS Institute and the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine Division of Infectious Diseases regarding clinical guidelines, best practices, and quality of care.
- AIDS Treatment Data Network The AIDS Treatment Data Network maintains comprehensive and up-to-date informational databases about AIDS treatments, research studies, and services.
- GMHC's Treatment Issues Newsletter. Treatment Issues is GMHC's newsletter of experimental AIDS therapies.nt
- AIDS Treatment Data Network Alternative Therapies Up-to-date information on HIV/AIDS alternative therapies from the AIDS Treatment Data Network.
HIV/AIDS Organizations- GMHC: Gay Men's Health Crisis Founded in 1981, Gay Men's Health Crisis is one of the oldest AIDS organizations and provides AIDS care, education and advocacy.
- My Sistahs My Sistahs is a web site created by and for young women of color to provide information and offer support on sexual and reproductive health issues through education and advocacy.
- The Estate Project One of the mission of this organization is to preserve the cultural legacy of the AIDS crisis so that future generations can enjoy, study and engage artworks as aesthetic achievements and historical documents.
- National Association of People with AIDS The National Association of People With AIDS advocates on behalf of and works to educate, inform, and empower all people living with HIV and AIDS.
- ACT UP-AIDS Coalition to Unleash Power For meeting the challenge of the AIDS epidemic and its crisis of conscience with vigilant acts of political and cultural provocation, thereby giving voice to the essential creative will of our humanity.
- Lesbian and Gay Immigration Rights Task Force The Lesbian and Gay Immigration Rights Task Force (LGIRTF) is a coalition of immigrants, attorneys and other activists who address the widespread impact of discriminatory immigration laws on the lives of those in the gay, lesbian, bisexual & transgender community and immigrants who are living with HIV/AIDS.
HIV/AIDS International Organizations- UNAIDS- Joint United Nations Program on HIV/AIDS Information regarding HIV's impact on the world. Includes hundreds of documents covering international statistics, human rights, prevention, and public policy.
- World Health Organization This page provides links to descriptions of activities, reports, news and events, as well as contacts and cooperating partners in the various WHO programmes and offices working on this topic. Also shown are links to related web sites and topics.
- American Cancer Society The American Cancer Society's website contains information on the nature of breast cancer, including male breast cancer, its causes and risk factors, prevention, new diagnostic techniques, and the latest treatment options.
- LGBT Health Channel- Cancer in Women Who Have Sex With Women Lesbian, bisexual and other women who have sex with women (WSW) may be at greater risk for certain cancers due to certain behaviors and social factors.
- Lesbian Community Cancer Center LCCP is in Chicago. The mission of LCCP is to advance the health and quality of life for lesbian, bisexual and transgender women through advocacy and public education.
- Long Island Lesbian Cancer Initiative The Long Island Lesbian Cancer Iniative is a grassroots, feminist initiative dedicated to securing lesbian sensitive services for women at risk for or impacted by cancer.
- Mautner Project for Lesbians with Cancer Mautner Project for Lesbians with Cancer
- The National Cancer Institute The most recent and accurate information on cancer from the National Cancer Institute, a component of the National Institutes of Health.
Breast Cancer- Breast Cancer Information from the National Cancer Institute The most recent and accurate information on breast cancer from the National Cancer Institute, a component of the National Institutes of Health.
- Frequently-Asked Questions about Breast Cancer This page contains general information on breast cancer from the University of Pennsylvania Cancer Center's website "OncoLink."
- Breast Cancer Information In Spanish/Espanol Accurate information in Spanish for both health professionals and consumers from Medline Plus Health Information, program of the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
Ovarian Cancer- Ovarian Cancer National Alliance This organization provides information for people who are newly diagnosed, survivors and their friends and family. Including treatment, clinical trial information, advocacy.
- Ovarian Cancer Information from MedicineNet.com MedicineNet is a networkof U.S. Board Certified Physicians and Allied Health Professionals that provides easy-to-understand medical information to make smart health decisions with your doctor
Uterine Cancer- Uterine Cancer Information from MedicineNet.com MedicineNet is a network of U.S. Board Certified Physicians and Allied Health Professionals that provides easy-to-understand medical information to make smart health decisions with your doctor
- Mayo Clinic General information including treatment, self-care and coping.
- Cancer Treatment Centers of America Information on treatments and links to clinics and Physicians
Anal Cancer- LGBT Health Channel- Anal Cancer Anal cancer affects men and women, but it is the only cancer with a greater prevalence among men who have sex with men (MSM) than in the general population.
Prostate Cancer- National Prostate Cancer Coalition Taking care of the biggest thing in men's health, the National Prostate Cancer Coalition (NPCC) sets the standard for rapidly reducing the burden of prostate cancer on American men and their families through awareness, outreach, and advocacy.
- Malecare-Men Fighting Prostate Cancer Together We are oncologists, psychologists and social workers facilitating health care programs, free and open to the public. Malecare workshops, lectures, treatment and support groups provide cancer education to men, their loved ones and their families.
- Prostateinfo.com A comprehensive source of information on prostate cancer for patients and the professionals who care for them
Testicular Cancer- Malecare-Men Fighting Testicular Cancer Together We are oncologists, psychologists and social workers facilitating health care programs, free and open to the public. Malecare workshops, lectures, treatment and support groups provide cancer education to men, their loved ones and their families.
- Testicular Cancer Information from MedicineNet.com MedicineNet is a network of U.S. Board Certified Physicians and Allied Health Professionals that provides easy-to-understand medical information to make smart health decisions with your doctor
- Testicular Cancer Information from the National Cancer Institute The most recent and accurate information on testicular cancer from the National Cancer Institute, a component of the National Institutes of Health.
- Testicular Cancer Resource Center This exhaustive site contains general information and support, including information on the Testicular Self Exam, and specific testing & treatment information.
- LBGT Health Channel This site discusses "Party Drugs", including amyl nitrates, ketamine hydrochloride, methamphetamine, and mdma.
- Gay and Lesbian Addiction Resources
Resources for information, help and support. - Go Ask Alice This site contains information about fitness, nutrition, alcohol and other drugs, general and emotional health, sexuality and sexual health, as well as information about healthy relationships.
- National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information Information compiled by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
- Dance Safe Website promoting health and safety within the rave and nightclub community
- Montana Meth Project
Prevention-focused organization in Montana using a research methodology approach to reduce the prevalence and frequency of meth use in the state - Not even One
Straight answers to questions about the dangers of methamphetamine, encouraging youth to never try the drug, not even one time. - Project Connect at the Lesbian and Gay Community Services Center Brief info on substance abuse in LGBT communities. Project Connect offers free and confidential addiction services
- Adoption Family Center Created by families Like Ours, Inc. to provide information, resources and support for GLBT families.
- 2moms2dads.com 2moms2dads.com is your one-stop resource for gay and lesbian parents or gays and lesbians interested in becoming parents -- through adoption, surrogacy, in vitro, egg donors, sperm donors, etc. We provide links to articles and resources specifically for gay and lesbian parents and potential parents.
- Gay Adoption This site provides a basic overview of the adoption process for gay and lesbian parents including legal issues (link for state specific info), options, support and family resource information.
- Lesbian.org:GLBT adoption This site contains adoption information links for lesbian and gay couples
- Lesbian Health Research Center This site has basic information on getting pregnant through alternative insemination.
- LGBT Health Channel This site provides LGBT focused information on alternative insemination.
- Lesbians.org This site has links for alternative fertilization
- SpermBankDirectory.com A national directory of sperm cryobanks and what to know before you go.
- SpermBanker.com This sperm donation information center contains a list of local sperm banks and a description of their services.
- Contraception.net This site contains information on diseases and conditions, dietary and herbal supplements, treatments, therapies and more. Information in Spanish available.
- Global Reproductive Health Forum at Harvard This site contains historical information on contraceptives, as well as information on the types of contraceptives available, choosing a method, emergency methods and links for more information and services.
- Planned Parenthood This site has information about birth control as well as other sexual health topics.
- Healthtouch Online: For Better Health This site has information about the effectiveness, risks and availability of different types of birth control.
- Medline Plus This site contains contraceptive information, including the newest research, and information on the health benefits and risks of different types of contraceptives.
- Center for Reproductive Rights The Center for Reproductive Rights uses the law to advance reproductive freedom as a fundamental right that all governments are legally obligated to protect, respect and fulfill.
- Lesbians.org Support for lesbian mothers
- Midwifery Today: The Heart and Science of Birth This site provides information on nutrition during pregnancy, childbirth options, mother and child health and information about midwifery.
- Motherstuff Meta-index of mother-knowledge on the Internet.
- Childbirth.org Welcome to Childbirth.org. Pregnancy is a very special time in a person's life. Educating yourselves to be good consumers, knowing your options, and how to provide yourselves with the best possible care are essential to a healthy pregnancy.
- IQuit: Internet-based smoking treatment program for LGBT communities IQuit is an Internet-based smoking cessation program for LGBT community members run by researchers at the University of California, San Francisco.
- StandOut- A Commit to Quit Program StandOut helps queer young people (identified as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or questioning) and supportive allies learn about tobacco companies' targeting of the queer community, as well as the risk factors of tobacco use.
- Gay American Smoke Out The Gay American Smoke Out is an opportunity for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered (LGBT) individuals to challenge themselves to quit smoking. It is also an opportunity for LGBT organizations to provide resources for quitting and host fun events to raise awareness about tobacco use.
Domestic & Sexual Violence- Rape, Abuse and Incest Natioanl Network (RAINN) RAINN is the nation's largest anti-sexual assault organization. RAINN operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE and has programs for survivors as well as general info.
- MAITRI LGBT teens and violence including dating violence, family violence, sexual violence, and violence against self-suicide.
- Violence Against Women Online Resources Information and statistics about LBGT domestic violence.
- National Coalition of Anti-Violence Programs National Advocacy for Local LGBT Communities
- NYC Gay and Lesbian Anti-Violence Project (AVP) Counseling, advocacy and training. Peer and short term counseling for sexual assault, domestic violence, HIV related violence and other victimization. Confidential 24 hour hotline: 212-714-1141.
- National Domestic Violence Hotline National Domestic Violence Hotline Hotline and Domestic violence Information site which includes a comprehensive list of domestic violence links, including links for organizations that focus on the needs of different communities while respecting how complex identities intersect. Topics include LGBT domestic violence organizations, immigration, metal illness, poverty, and ethnicity.
Hate Crimes- Lambda GLBT Anti-Violence Project LAMBDA's Anti-Violence Project (AVP) provides resources, information and victim services to survivors of hate crimes, domestic violence, sexual assault, and other crimes.
- Lambda Hotline Contact your local Anti-Violence Project or the GLBT Hate Crime Hotline at e-mail: AVP@lambda.org , or voice: 800.616.HATE National Domestic Violence Hotline: Voice: 800.799.SAFE, or -TTY: 800.787.3224.
- National Gay and Lesbian Task Force Founded in 1973, the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force Foundation (the Task Force) was the first national LGBT civil rights and advocacy organization and remains the movement's leading voice for freedom, justice, and equality.
- New York City Gay and Lesbian Anti-Violence Project The Project serves lesbian, gay, transgender, bisexual and HIV-positive victims of violence, and others affected by violence, by providing free and confidential services enabling them to regain their sense of control, identify and evaluate their options, and assert their rights.
- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Social support and Violence Prevention Information for LGBT communities.
- Suicide Awareness Voices of Education (SAVE) SAVE's Mission is to prevent suicide through public awareness and education, eliminate stigma and serve as a resource to those touched by suicide. Hotline 1-800-SUICIDE
- WebMD Mental Health Information Center Mental health disorders affect an estimated 22% of American adults each year. Here you'll find in-depth articles on mental health care, conditions such as depression and anxiety, and promising new treatments. Plus, get daily help in our online support groups.
- The Body This site contains information on mental health and HIV
- The Gay & Lesbian National Hotline We're dedicated to meeting the needs of the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (GLBT) community, and those questioning their sexual orientation or identity. We offer free and confidential peer-counseling, information, and local resources for cities and town throughout the United States.
- National Association of Gay, Lesbian, and Transgender Community Centers This site has a national directory of community centers.
- Drug
Information on Medline Plus
A guide to more than 9,000 prescription and over-the-counter medications provided by the United States Pharmacopeia
- National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine This site contains information on diseases and conditions, dietary and herbal supplements, treatments, therapies and more. Information in Spanish available.
- Alternative Medicine Information This is an online resource for alternative health information.
- HealthWorld Online Wellness Inventory This site provides information on wellness, healthy eating and alternative therapies and listing for integrative health professionals.
- BBC: Health This site contains complementary medicine info.
- WholeHealthMD's The goal of this site is to empower consumers to take a proactive approach to their own wellness. By combining the resources of both scientific health research in CAM and the clinical expertise of integrative health care specialists, the site supports users on their personal path to health, wellness, and longevity.
- Woman to Woman This site contains information on women's health and alternative medicine.
- Administration on Aging: US Dept of Health and Human Services Our site is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of a wide variety of topics, programs and services related to aging. Whether you are an older individual, a caregiver, a community service provider, a researcher, or a student, you will find valuable information provided in a user-friendly way.
- National Council on Aging Founded in 1950, The National Council on the Aging is a national network of organizations and individuals dedicated to improving the health and independence of older persons and increasing their continuing contributions to communities, society and future generations.
- Sage Services and Advocacy for GLBT elders
- The Gay Financial Network This is an article on financial implications of aging in GLBT communities.
- OutSmart Magazine This online issue is about aging and includes discussions about health and exercise, menopause, and community groups.
- WebMD:Aging This site contains information on hearing loss, oral health, nutrition, physical activity, sex and some of the health conditions that may affect people as they age.
Intersex
- Intersex Society of North America The Intersex Society of North America (ISNA) is devoted to systemic change to end shame, secrecy, and unwanted genital surgeries for people born with an anatomy that someone decided is not standard for male or female.
- The Othello Guide This site contains link to sites about Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome, Turner Syndrome, Congenital Adrenal Heperplasia, etc.
LGBT Health Centers in the US
- Chase Brexton Health Service, Inc.Chase Brexton Health Services, Inc. is a non-profit, community-based organization in Baltimore, that provides medical, psychological, and social services on a non-discriminatory basis.
- Feminist Women' s Health Initiative This site provides some basic health information, self care info as well as clinic care and links.
- Fenway Community Health Fenway Community Health has provided high quality medical and mental health care to Boston's lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community, and to those who live and work in our neighborhood for over thirty years.
- Howard Brown The mission of the Howard Brown Health Center of Chicago, is to promote the well-being of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender persons through the provision of health care and wellness programs, including clinical, educational, social service and research activities.
- The Mazzoni Center The Mazzoni Center is a LGBT health and well-being Center in Philadelphia that provides primary care, counseling, support groups, HIV testing, and services.
- Milwaukee Lesbian, Gay, Transgender Community Center Outcare is a walk-in clinic that provides, annual health exams, pap tests, breast exams, testicular exams, pregnancy testing and counseling, STI testing, and HIV testing and counseling.
- National Association of Gay, Lesbian, and Transgender Community Centers This site has a national directory of community centers.
- Planned Parenthood-Lesbian Health This site provides information on health risks, partner violence and a basic outline of how to find, interview and come out to clinicians. Planned Parenthood has clinic sites throughout the U.S.
- The Pride Institute The Pride Institute specializes in providing addiction and mental health treatment to the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender communities. Locations in: Fort Lauderdale, Florida, New York City/New Jersey, Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas, and Minneapolis, Minnesota.
- Waterloo Counseling Waterloo Counseling provides quality psychotherapy services for the Austin, TX LGBT community on a sliding fee scale, and provides some grant-funded services for clients with HIV and other long-term illnesses.
- The Whitman-Walker Clinic Whitman-Walker Clinic is a non-profit community-based health organization, established by and for the gay and lesbian community to serve the Washington, D.C. metropolitan region.
General Health
Health Insurance Information- New York State Health Insurance Information Website for the New York State Health Insurance Information, Counseling & Assistance Program
- New
York State Health Insurance Department
Comparison of health insurance programs in New York - New York State Healthy NY Program
Information on the New York State Healthy NY program - Medicare Part D
Medicare beneficiaries will be able to get some assistance paying for prescription drugs through a new Medicare Part D - Working Today Working Today offers group-rate health benefits to independent workers in the New York City area and works for change in health and employment policy nationwide.
Governmant Financial Assistance- New York State AIDS Drug Assistance Program The NYS Department of Health's AIDS Institute has established four programs which provide access to free health care (HIV Drugs, Primary Care, Home Care, and APIC) for New York State residents with HIV infection who are uninsured or underinsured.
- Family Health Plus Family Health Plus is a public health insurance program for adults between the ages of 19 and 64 who do not have health insurance — either on their own or through their employers — but have incomes too high to qualify for Medicaid.
- New York State Medicaid Info for Consumers Information about Medicaid eligibility, Medicaid application processes , and programming.
- National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine This site contains information on diseases and conditions, dietary and herbal supplements, treatments, therapies and more. Information in Spanish available.
- Alternative Medicine Information This is an online resource for alternative health information.
- HealthWorld Online Wellness Inventory This site provides information on wellness, healthy eating and alternative therapies and listing for integrative health professionals.
- BBC: Health This site contains complementary medicine info.
- WholeHealthMD's The goal of this site is to empower consumers to take a proactive approach to their own wellness. By combining the resources of both scientific health research in CAM and the clinical expertise of integrative health care specialists, the site supports users on their personal path to health, wellness, and longevity.
- Woman to Woman This site contains information on women's health and alternative medicine.
- MedlinePlus: Asthma This site has the latest news and information about asthma including diagnosis/symptoms, treatment, prevention, alternative therapies, disease management, and special conditions.
- GINA - the Global Initiative For Asthma A project conducted in collaboration with The National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute and The World Health Organization.
- Asthma Asthma Health Centers and Asthma Facts including prevention, education and treatment.
- Asthma Education Program Manage asthma symptoms, diet,self-care, activities & lifestyle.
- American Heart Association On this site you will find heart disease treatment and prevention resources.
- AHA: Fitness and Heart Health This site contains information on heart health.
- WebMD Heart Health Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in America. Find in-depth information on heart disease risk factors, symptoms, treatments, and prevention. Read the latest research on heart attacks, heart failure, a trial fibrillation, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and more.
- Women's Health Matters Information on women's cardiovascular health provided by a Canadian research and health center.
- CDC: Cardiovascular Health This site provides information about cardiovascular health.
- National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute This site contains heart and vascular disease information provided by the Department of Health and Human Services and the National Institute of Health.
- WebMD Diabetes Diabetes information including prevention, diets, treatments and research.
- American Diabetes Association Comprehensive guide to living with diabetes including general info, resources and health tips.
- Centers for Disease Control (CDC): Diabetes This site contains information and resources on diabetes.
- Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International JDRF is the leading charitable funder and advocate of type 1 (juvenile) diabetes research worldwide. The mission of JDRF is to find a cure for diabetes and its complications through the support of research.
- Diabetes Self-Management Information on treatment and self-care
- WebMD Health: Diabetes Resources Diabetes affects an estimated 18.2 million Americans, and the number rises each year. Find in-depth information here about diabetes prevention, diet, treatments, and research. Plus, find daily support and nutritional tips in our online message boards.
- American Cancer Society The American Cancer Society's website contains information on the nature of breast cancer, including male breast cancer, its causes and risk factors, prevention, new diagnostic techniques, and the latest treatment options.
- LGBT Health Channel- Cancer in Women Who Have Sex With Women Lesbian, bisexual and other women who have sex with women (WSW) may be at greater risk for certain cancers due to certain behaviors and social factors.
- Lesbian Community Cancer Center LCCP is in Chicago. The mission of LCCP is to advance the health and quality of life for lesbian, bisexual and transgender women through advocacy and public education.
- Long Island Lesbian Cancer Initiative The Long Island Lesbian Cancer Iniative is a grassroots, feminist initiative dedicated to securing lesbian sensitive services for women at risk for or impacted by cancer.
- Mautner Project for Lesbians with Cancer Mautner Project for Lesbians with Cancer
- The National Cancer Institute The most recent and accurate information on cancer from the National Cancer Institute, a component of the National Institutes of Health.
Anal Cancer- LGBT Health Channel- Anal Cancer Anal cancer affects men and women, but it is the only cancer with a greater prevalence among men who have sex with men (MSM) than in the general population.
Breast Cancer- Breast Cancer Information from the National Cancer Institute The most recent and accurate information on breast cancer from the National Cancer Institute, a component of the National Institutes of Health.
- Frequently-Asked Questions about Breast Cancer This page contains general information on breast cancer from the University of Pennsylvania Cancer Center's website "OncoLink."
- Breast Cancer Information In Spanish/Espanol Accurate information in Spanish for both health professionals and consumers from Medline Plus Health Information, program of the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
Ovarian Cancer- Ovarian Cancer National Alliance This organization provides information for people who are newly diagnosed, survivors and their friends and family. Including treatment, clinical trial information, advocacy.
- Ovarian Cancer Information from MedicineNet.com MedicineNet is a networkof U.S. Board Certified Physicians and Allied Health Professionals that provides easy-to-understand medical information to make smart health decisions with your doctor
Prostate Cancer- National Prostate Cancer Coalition Taking care of the biggest thing in men's health, the National Prostate Cancer Coalition (NPCC) sets the standard for rapidly reducing the burden of prostate cancer on American men and their families through awareness, outreach, and advocacy.
- Malecare-Men Fighting Prostate Cancer Together We are oncologists, psychologists and social workers facilitating health care programs, free and open to the public. Malecare workshops, lectures, treatment and support groups provide cancer education to men, their loved ones and their families.
- Prostateinfo.com A comprehensive source of information on prostate cancer for patients and the professionals who care for them
Uterine Cancer- Uterine Cancer Information from MedicineNet.com MedicineNet is a network of U.S. Board Certified Physicians and Allied Health Professionals that provides easy-to-understand medical information to make smart health decisions with your doctor
- Mayo Clinic General information including treatment, self-care and coping.
- Cancer Treatment Centers of America Information on treatments and links to clinics and Physicians
Testicular Cancer- Malecare-Men Fighting Testicular Cancer Together We are oncologists, psychologists and social workers facilitating health care programs, free and open to the public. Malecare workshops, lectures, treatment and support groups provide cancer education to men, their loved ones and their families.
- Testicular Cancer Information from MedicineNet.com MedicineNet is a network of U.S. Board Certified Physicians and Allied Health Professionals that provides easy-to-understand medical information to make smart health decisions with your doctor
- Testicular Cancer Information from the National Cancer Institute The most recent and accurate information on testicular cancer from the National Cancer Institute, a component of the National Institutes of Health.
- Testicular Cancer Resource Center This exhaustive site contains general information and support, including information on the Testicular Self Exam, and specific testing & treatment information.
- eMedicine Journal - Dermatology - Internet Medical Reference eMedicine features up-to-date, searchable, peer-reviewed medical journals, online physician reference textbooks, and a full-text articles.
- The Electronic Textbook of Dermatology The Internet Dermatology Society offers information on a large number of common dermatological problems.
- BioMed Central | BMC Dermatology BMC Dermatology published by BioMed Central. BMC Dermatology publishes original research articles in all aspects of dermatology
- Medicineonline.com This site contains dermatology information
- WebMD:Dermatology Skin Problems and Treatments Info.
- MedlinePlus: Digestive Diseases This site contains information about disorders, treatment, prevention/screening, nutrition and special conditions.
- Discovery Health Center: Digestive Health
Discovery Health's Digestive Health Center has everything you need to know about the digestive system - Digestive health medbroadcast.com is a comprehensive, consumer-oriented online medical resource dedicated to providing information about digestive health.
- American Council on Exercise The American Council on Exercise is the largest nonprofit fitness certification and education provider in the world. Widely recognized as "America's Authority on Fitness," ACE continually sets standards and protects the public against unqualified fitness professionals and unsafe or ineffective fitness products, programs and trends
- American Heart Association: Exercise and Fitness This site contains info on health and fitness for youth, women, men and the aging.
- Heart Center Online Exercise and fitness center information on health and fitness.
- Kids Health: Why Exercise is cool Exercise information for youth
- American Heart Association: Fitness for Older Participants Information and tips for older Americans seeking to increase health and fitness. Look for more info in the Physical Activity in Daily Life menu.
- Hepatitis Foundation International The Hepatitis Foundation International is dedicated to the eradication of viral hepatitis, a disease affecting over 500 million people around the world and seeks to raise awareness of this enormous worldwide problem and to motivate people to support this important - and winnable - battle.
- The American Liver Foundation The American Liver Foundation is a national, voluntary nonprofit organization dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and cure of hepatitis and other liver diseases through research, education and advocacy.
- The Hepatitis B Foundation The Hepatitis B Foundation is a national non-profit organization dedicated to finding a cure and improving the quality of life of those affected by hepatitis B worldwide through research, education, and patient advocacy.
- HepNet The Hepatitis Information Network
- Immunization Action Coalition The nation's premier source of childhood, adolescent, and adult immunization information and hepatitis B educational materials.
- Model Programs for Hepatitis A, B, and C Prevention
- Callen-Lorde: Community Health Center Oral Health Clinic Services include: preventive oral health services, restorative services, rehabilitative services, endodontic treatment, periodontal treatment, and emergency services.
- Oral Health Resources Oral Health: Preventing Cavities, Gum Disease, and Mouth and Throat Cancer by the Centers for Disease Control.
- World Health Organizations(WHO):Oral Health The objectives of the WHO Global Oral Health Program (ORH), ... Greater emphasis is put on developing global policies in oral health promotion.
- WHO Oral Health - the CAPP Index The WHO Oral Health Country/Area Profile Program gives global information about dental diseases and oral health services.
- National Oral Health Information Clearinghouse Oral health information for special care patients.
- American Dental Association (ADA): Oral Health Topics A-Z This comprehensive reference provides information about current dentistry issues as they relate to the public.
- WebMD Diet and Nutrition Information on healthy eating and weight loss
- USDA : Food and Nutrition Information Center FNIC's web site provides a directory to credible, accurate, and practical resources for consumers, nutrition and health professionals, educators and government personnel. Visitors can find printable format educational materials, government reports, research papers and more.
- Nutrition Navigator: A Ranking Guide to Nutrition Websites This site is a great resources for quality nutrition sites which includes ranking specific to women, men, families, children, educators, health professionals and includes weight management and special dietary needs.
- The Body This site contains information on diet, nutrition and HIV.
- WIN -Weight-control Information Network The Weight-control Information Network, created by the National Institute of Health and the US Department of Health and Human Services, provides the general public, health professionals, the media, and Congress with up-to-date, science-based information on weight control, obesity, physical activity, and related nutritional issues.
- IQuit:Internet-based smoking treatment program for LGBT communities IQuit is an Internet-based smoking cessation program for LGBT community members run by researchers at the University of California, San Francisco.
- StandOut- A Commit to Quit Program StandOut helps queer young people (identified as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or questioning) and supportive allies learn about tobacco companies' targeting of the queer community, as well as the risk factors of tobacco use.
- Gay American Smoke Out The Gay American Smoke Out is an opportunity for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered (LGBT) individuals to challenge themselves to quit smoking. It is also an opportunity for LGBT organizations to provide resources for quitting and host fun events to raise awareness about tobacco use.
- NOAH:New York Online Access to Health NOAH provides high quality full-text health information in both English and Spanish. -
- MEDLINE Plus Health Information This site contains accurate medical information for both health professionals and consumers, including information in Spanish and other languages. Maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
- WebMD This site contains valuable health information, tools for managing your health and support to those who seek information.
- Health AtoZ The HealthAtoZ encyclopedia offers thorough and reader-friendly articles about hundreds of diseases, health issues and medical developments.
- National Center for Health Statistics Faststats site provides quick access to statistics and information on topics of public health importance and is organized alphabetically.
- LGBT or LGBT-friendly physicians, therapists, or dentists This site contains links to health providers.
- The Gay and Lesbian Medical Association The Gay and Lesbian Medical Association is an organization of LGBT physicians, medical students and their supporters that works to maximize the quality of health and health services for LGBT people. Use their online health care referrals service to find LGBT friendly providers.
- GayHealth.Com Gay Health is a health and wellness site dedicated to providing LGBT people with access to current and accurate health information.
- HIV/AIDS Services
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