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        Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
 
"I don't think this is theoretical; this is our lives": how erasure impacts health care for
transgender people.
Bauer GR, Hammond R, Travers R, et al  
J Assoc Nurses AIDS Care. 2009 Sep-Oct;20(5):348-61
 Abstract

The (re)construction of self after the death of a partner to HIV/AIDS
Cadell S, Marshall S.
Death Stud. 2007 Jul;31(6):537-48.
 Abstract
 
       Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters
 
 
 
The impact of erasure on HIV vulnerability in Ontario, Canada’s Trans Communities: the Trans PULSE project
 G. Bauer, R. Hammond, R. Travers, et al
 (XVI  International AIDS Conference)
 Abstract

Ontario’s gay men’s HIV prevention strategy: multi-stakeholder decision-making as the
foundation for a collaborative, evidence-informed HIV prevention strategy targeted to gay,
bisexual, trans and other MSM
Murray J., McGee F.
 (XVI  International AIDS Conference)
 Abstract

East and Southeast Asian transgender women´s outreach program, Toronto
 F.S. Soropia
 (XVI  International AIDS Conference)
 Abstract
United States
 

         Internet Documents

 
FULL-TEXT PDF DOCUMENT
Overview of top U.S. Transgender Health Priorities,
National Coalition for LGBT Health.
August 2004
Report

FULL-TEXT PDF DOCUMENT
Transitioning Our Shelters: A Guide to Making Homeless Shelters Safe for Transgender People
National Gay and Lesbian Task Force,
December 15, 2003
Report

FULL-TEXT DOCUMENT
Hatred in the Hallways: Violence and Discrimination Against Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and
Transgender Students in U.S. Schools
Human Rights Watch May 2001
Report
 
        Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
 
Unprotected Sexual Behavior and HIV Risk in the Context of Primary Partnerships for
Transgender Women.
Operario D, Nemoto T, Iwamoto M, Moore T.
AIDS Behav. 2010 Aug 26
 Abstract

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
 Sexual risk taking among transgender male-to-female youths with different partner types.
Wilson EC, Garofalo R, Harris DR, Belzer M.
Am J Public Health. 2010 Aug;100(8):1500-5
 Paper

Sex and condom use in a large jail unit for men who have sex with men (MSM) and
male-to-female transgenders.
 Harawa NT, Sweat J, George S, Sylla M. 
J Health Care Poor Underserved. 2010 Aug;21(3):1071-87.
 Abstract

The role of religiosity, social support, and stress-related growth in protecting
against HIV risk among transgender women.
Golub SA, Walker JJ, Longmire-Avital B, et al
J Health Psychol. 2010 Jun 3.
 Abstract

Contextual Influences on Sexual Risk-Taking in the Transgender Community.
Kosenko KA.
 J Sex Res. 2010 Mar 24:1-12.
 Abstract

Creating Environments of Care With Transgender Communities.
Thornhill L, Klein P.
 J Assoc Nurses AIDS Care. 2010 Mar 4
 Abstract

Sexual Partner Concurrency and Sexual Risk Among Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and
Transgender American Indian/Alaska Natives.
Cassels S, Pearson CR, Walters K, et al 
Sex Transm Dis. 2010 Feb 26
 Abstract

Transsexual legal rights in the United States and United kingdom:
employment, medical treatment, and civil status.
Green R. 
Arch Sex Behav. 2010 Feb;39(1):153-60.
 Abstract

Lifetime risk factors for HIV/sexually transmitted infections among male-to-female transgender persons.
Nuttbrock L, Hwahng S, Bockting W, et al 
J Acquir Immune Defic Syndr. 2009 Nov 1;52(3):417-21.
 Abstract

Risk Behaviors and Psychosocial Stressors in the New York City House Ball Community:
A Comparison of Men and Transgender Women Who Have Sex with Men.
Sanchez T, Finlayson T, Murrill C,et al
AIDS Behav. 2009 Sep 10.
Abstract

HIV Prevention and Primary Care for Transgender Women in a Community-Based Clinic.
Melendez RM, Pinto RM. 
J Assoc Nurses AIDS Care. 2009 September - October;20(5):387-397.
Abstract
 
HIV Risk and Social Networks Among Male-to-Female Transgender Sex Workers in Boston,
Massachusetts.
Reisner SL, Mimiaga MJ, Bland S,  et al
J Assoc Nurses AIDS Care. 2009 September - October;20(5):373-386
 Abstract
 
"There's No Pamphlet for the Kind of Sex I Have": HIV-Related Risk Factors and Protective
Behaviors Among Transgender Men Who Have Sex With Nontransgender Men.
Sevelius J.
J Assoc Nurses AIDS Care. 2009 September - October;20(5):398-410.
 Abstract
 
A WEEK-IN-REVIEW FEATURED REPORT
Health Care Policies Addressing Transgender Inmates in Prison Systems in the United States.
Brown GR, McDuffie E. J
 Correct Health Care. 2009 Jul 27.
 Abstract

Exploring HIV prevention utilization among female sex workers and male-to-female transgenders.
Harawa NT, Bingham TA.  
AIDS Educ Prev. 2009 Aug;21(4):356-71.
 Abstract

The boy who would be queen: hints and closets on children's television.
Dennis JP.
J Homosex. 2009;56(6):738-56.
 Abstract

Emotional distress among LGBT youth: the influence of perceived discrimination based on sexual
orientation.
Almeida J, Johnson RM, Corliss HL,  et al
J Youth Adolesc. 2009 Aug;38(7):1001-14
 Abstract
 
Transgender identity development as represented by a group of female-to-male transgendered adults.
Morgan SW, Stevens PE.
Issues Ment Health Nurs. 2008 Jun;29(6):585-99.
 Abstract

A WEEK-IN-REVIEW FEATURED REPORT
Lifetime Risk Factors for HIV/Sexually Transmitted Infections Among Male-to-Female
Transgender Persons.
Nuttbrock L, Hwahng S, Bockting W, et al
J Acquir Immune Defic Syndr. 2009 Jun 22.
 Abstract

Transgender Female Youth and Sex Work: HIV Risk and a Comparison of Life Factors Related to
Engagement in Sex Work.
Wilson EC, Garofalo R, Harris RD, et al 
AIDS Behav. 2009 Feb 6
 Abstract
 
A WEEK IN REVIEW FEATURED REPORT
Meanings and political implications of "psychopathology" in a gender identity clinic: a report of 10 cases.
Levine SB, Solomon A. 
J Sex Marital Ther. 2009;35(1):40-57.
 Abstract
 
Transsexual Legal Rights in the United States and United Kingdom: Employment, Medical Treatment,
and Civil Status.
Green R.
Arch Sex Behav. 2008 Dec 11
 Abstract
 
Utilization of health care among female-to-male transgender individuals in the United States.
Rachlin K, Green J, Lombardi E.  
J Homosex. 2008;54(3):243-58.
 Abstract
 
Health care issues among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) populations in the United States:
Introduction.  Johnson CV, Mimiaga MJ, Bradford J.  
J Homosex. 2008;54(3):213-2
 Abstract
 
The potential impact of discrimination fears of older gays, lesbians, bisexuals and transgender
individuals living in small- to moderate-sized cities on long-term health care.
Jackson NC, Johnson MJ, Roberts R. 
J Homosex. 2008;54(3):325-39
 Abstract
 
HIV prevalence and associated risk behaviors in New York City's house ball community.
Murrill CS, Liu KL, Guilin V, et al 
Am J Public Health. 2008 Jun;98(6):1074-80.
 Abstract

HIV Infection, Sexual Risk Behavior, and Substance Use Among Latino Gay and
Bisexual Men and Transgender Persons.
Ramirez-Valles J, Garcia D, et al
Am J Public Health. 2008 Jun;98(6):1036-42
 Abstract
 
Sex trade in a male-to-female transgender population: psychosocial correlates of inconsistent
condom use
Clements-Nolle K, Guzman R, Harris SG.
Sex Health. 2008 Mar;5(1):49-54.
 Abstract
 
Sex Work and HIV Status Among Transgender Women: Systematic Review and
Meta-Analysis.
Operario D, Soma T, Underhill K.
J Acquir Immune Defic Syndr. 2008 Mar 13
Abstract
 
Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender young people's experiences of distress: resilience,
ambivalence and self-destructive behaviour.
Scourfield J, Roen K, McDermott L.
Health Soc Care Community. 2008 Mar 3 [
 Abstract
 
A WEEK-IN-REVIEW FEATURED REPORT
Estimating HIV Prevalence and Risk Behaviors of Transgender Persons in the United States:
A Systematic Review.
Herbst JH, Jacobs ED, Finlayson TJ, et al 
AIDS Behav. 2007 Aug 13;
Abstract
 
Men Who Have Sex with Transgender Women: Challenges to Category-based HIV
Prevention.
Operario D, Burton J, Underhill K, Sevelius J. 
AIDS Behav. 2007 Aug 19;
 Abstract
 
Sex Workers, Fem Queens, and Cross-Dressers: Differential Marginalizations and HIV Vulnerabilities
Among Three Ethnocultural Male-to-Female Transgender Communities in New York City.
Hwahng SJ, Nuttbrock L.
 Sex Res Social Policy. 2007 Dec;4(4):36-59
 Abstract
 
Perceived Risks and Benefits of Sex Work among Transgender Women of Color in San
Francisco.
Sausa LA, Keatley J, Operario D.
Arch Sex Behav. 2007 Aug 3;
Abstract
 
Male-to-Female Transgender and Transsexual Clients of HIV Service Programs in Los Angeles
County,California.
Edwards JW, Fisher DG, Reynolds GL.
 Am J Public Health. 2007 Apr 26
 Abstract
 
Scaffolded Interviewing With Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and
Questioning Youth: A Developmental Approach to HIV Education and Prevention.
Welle DL, Clatts MC.
J Assoc Nurses AIDS Care. 2007 Mar-Apr;18(2):5-14.
 Abstract
 
Latino Men's Sexual Behavior with Transgender Persons.
Bockting W, Miner M, Rosser BR. 
Arch Sex Behav. 2007 Feb 27;
 Abstract
 
Adaptation and adjustment in children of transsexual parents
White T, Ettner R 
Eur Child Adolesc Psychiatry. 2006 Nov 28;
 Abstract
 
Understanding the Experiences of Lesbian, Bisexual and Trans Survivors of Domestic
Violence A Qualitative Study.
Bornstein DR, Fawcett J, Sullivan M ,et al  
J Homosex. 2006;51(1):159-81.
 Abstract
 
FULL-TEXT PDF ARTICLE
 Medical students' ability to care for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgendered patients.
 Sanchez NF, Rabatin J, Sanchez JP, et al 
Fam Med. 2006 Jan;38(1):21-7.
Paper
 
Intimate Partner Violence and HIV/STD Risk Among Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender
Individuals.
 Heintz AJ, Melendez RM. 
J Interpers Violence. 2006 Feb;21(2):193-208
 Abstract
 
The Impact of Exposure to Transphobia on HIV Risk Behavior in a Sample of Transgendered
Women of Color in San Francisco.
Sugano E, Nemoto T, Operario D. 
AIDS Behav. 2005 Dec 14;:1-9
Abstract
 
Sexual Risk Behavior and Substance Use among a Sample of Asian Pacific Islander
Transgendered Women.
 Operario D, Nemoto T. 
AIDS Educ Prev. 2005 Oct;17(5):430-43.
Abstract
 
Promoting Health for Transgender Women: Transgender Resources and
Neighborhood Space (TRANS) Program in San Francisco
Nemoto T, Operario D,  Keatley J,  et al    
Am J Public Health 2005;95 382-384
 Abstract
 
FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
HIV risk behaviors among male-to-female transgender persons of color in San Francisco.
Nemoto T, Operario D, Keatley J, et al
Am J Public Health. 2004 Jul;94(7):1193-9.
Paper

Challenges Faced by Homeless Sexual Minorities: Comparison of Gay, Lesbian,
Bisexual, and Transgender Homeless Adolescents With Their Heterosexual
Counterparts
Cochran BN,  Stewart AJ,  Ginzler JA,  Cauce AM
Am J Public Health 2002; 92: 773-777.
 Abstract

Incidence of Human Immunodeficiency Virus Among Male-to-Female Transgendered
Persons in San Francisco.
Kellogg TA, Clements-Nolle K, Dilley J
J Acquir Immune Defic Syndr 2001 Dec 1;28(4):380-4
 Abstract
 

       Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters

 
HIV serostatus and experiences of gender-based violence among 229 transgender women:
results from a statewide needs assessment in the Southern United States
S.L. Reisner, J.B. Bradford
 (XVIII IAC)
 Abstract

A WEEK IN REVIEW FEATURED REPORT
PRESENTATION
Transgender Sexual Health Clinic: A model for Creating Inclusive Care
Levitt N, Santos-Ramos J
 LGBT 2009 Health Summit)
Report

PRESENTATION
Engaging Trans and Gender Queer Youth in Education
Robinson B
(LGBT 2009 Health Summit)
Report

T PRESENTATION
Sexual Violence, Elder Abuse, and Sexuality of Transgender Adults Age 50+
Cook-Daniels L. Munson M
 (LGBT 2009 Health Summit)
Report
 
PRESENTATION
Lessons in Survival  Understanding Transgender Violence  
Walker L, White B
(LGBT 2009 Health Summit)
PDF Report

HIV Prevention among MtF Transgender Persons in Wisconsin: Leadership Development and Provider Preparation
G Hollander, B Coley, M Herrmann, et al
 (136th APHA)
 Abstract

Racial differences in HIV risk among transgender women
T Nemoto, M Iwamoto,A Morris,et al 
(136th APHA)
 Abstract
 
Transgender Adult Identity Mentoring (TG-AIM): HIV prevention through positive possible futures
CAC Forbes, L Clark, M Martinez  
(136th APHA)
 Abstract
 
Healthy development and positive mental health for transgender youth: A group therapy approach
CAC Forbes, S Collotzi
(136th APHA)
 Abstract
 
Physiologic changes to cross hormone therapy in transgender youth
J Olson, M Belzer
(136th APHA)
 Abstract
 
Substance use among diverse lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender populations: A qualitative investigation
KF Balsam, K Fieland 
(136th APHA)
 Abstract
 
Integrating prevention and services for issues of risk and resilience among transgender youth
L Clark
 (136th APHA)
 Abstract
 
Providing transgender hormone therapy in a community health setting: A policy analysis
CA. Barcelos
(136th APHA)
 Abstract
 
Growing up outside the lines: Experiences of gender among FTM transgender youth
LC Pollock
 (136th APHA)
 Abstract
 
Medical Care Access and Hormone Access among Male-to-Female Transgender Persons in New York City
NF Sanchez
(136th APHA)
 Abstract
 
Tranny Rockstar project: Changing social norms
B Salcedo 
(136th APHA)
 Abstract
 
POWERPOINT POSTER PRESENTATION
Sex, condom use, and condom program utilization in a large jail unit for men who have sex with men and
transgender inmates
N Harawa
 Poster Presentation
 
POWERPOINT POSTER PRESENTATION
 "Stigma, risk, and resiliency among MTF Transgender Youth in Los Angeles & Chicago"
E Wilson,
(XVII  International AIDS Conference)
 Poster Presentation
 
POWERPOINT POSTER PRESENTATION
 Findings from an Internet-based study of the U.S. Transgender Population
 W Bockting
 (XVII  International AIDS Conference)
 Poster Presentation
 
POWERPOINT POSTER PRESENTATION
 TranSalud: An innovative intervention for Transgender Latinas.
 C Clynes
 (XVII  International AIDS Conference)
 Poster

Effectiveness of an online HIV prevention intervention for young MSM and trans-women of color
Smith E., Clark M.
(XVI  International AIDS Conference)
 Abstract
 
Sex workers, fem queens, and crossdressers: economics, marginalization, and HIV
vulnerabilities among ethnocultural male-to-female transgendered communities in New
York City
Wahng SJ
(XVI  International AIDS Conference)
 Abstract
 

Transgender Client Walks In…Now What? Meeting the Needs of Your
Transgender Clients
LA Sausa, A Gandelman
(2004 National STD Prevention Conference)
 Abstract
HIV infected transgenders and political asylum. Anthropological aspects of the New
Mexican migration to USA.
D Hernández Rosete, A Valencia, L Chousa, et al
 (15IAC)
 Abstract
 
Psychosocial factors influencing HIV risk among male-to-female transgenders in
San Francisco
T Nemoto, E Sugano, D Operario, J Keatley
 (15IAC)
 Abstract
 
HIV/AIDS, transgenders, and their male identified sex partners
 J Blaza
 (15IAC)
 Abstract
 
Female-to-male transgenders and HIV risk behaviors in Los Angeles, California
J Gross, M Davis
 (15IAC)
 Abstract
 
Evaluation of an HIV and substance use intervention for male-to-female transgenders
D Operario, T Nemoto, J Keatley, E Sugano
 15IAC)
 Abstract
 
Use of HIV prevention services and HIV risk reduction strategies among
male-to-female transgenders in San Francisco (USA)
S Scheer, V Delgado, S Schwarcz
 J Gross, M Davis
 (15IAC)
 Abstract
 
Knowledge of HIV infection reporting regulations and the effect these regulations have
on delaying or deterring HIV testing among male-to-female transgenders in San Francisco
(USA)
S Scheer, V Delgado, S Schwarcz
 (15IAC)
 Abstract
 
Interventions for religious problems among LGBT population
LMM Mikulak
 (15IAC)
 Abstract
 
The impact of transphobia on HIV risk behaviors among male to female transgenders
in San Francisco
J G Keatley, T Nemoto, D Operario, T Soma
 (14IAC)
 Abstract
 
Why are male-to-female transgendered persons at high risk for HIV?: a study of their male
partners
D L Coan, W Schrager, T Packer
 (14IAC)
 Abstract
 
Implementing HIV prevention, drug abuse treatment, and mental health services in transgender
community in San Francisco
T Nemoto, J Keatley, D Operario,  et al
 (14IAC)
 Abstract
 
Creating a unified HIV prevention effort among men who have sex with men and the
transgendered population
A R Dulin
 (14IAC)
 Abstract
 
The transgender resource and neighborhood space (TRANS): the community living space
as a model for HIV prevention
J G Keatley, T Nemoto, D Operario,  et al
(14IAC)
 Abstract
 
Psychosocial factors affecting HIV risk behaviors among male-to-female transgenders in
San Francisco
T Nemoto, J y, D Operario, T Soma
 (14IAC)
 Abstract
 

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