What Can Be Done?
Like all problems, much can be accomplished through education. Examples of what is needed include:

* Providers must be educated as to the needs of the transgender community.

* Insurance companies need to be educated regarding the importance of hormonal therapy, the ramifications if hormones are not a covered drug, and the need to include coverage for hormones in their drug programs.

* Prevention messages and education needs to be targeted to the transgender community in a manner that is sensitive to their needs, concerns and fears.

* Providers must provide a safe place for those identifying as transgender to disclose their gender identity.