by michael munson | Jul 1, 2020
The U.S. Supreme Court recently declared that discrimination at work because of gender identity or sexual orientation is discrimination “because of . . . sex.” How courts interpret those words – “because of sex” – directly impacts the everyday lives of trans and...
by FORGE Intern | Jun 23, 2020
Sometimes healthcare providers focus more on numbers than on an individuals’ overall wellbeing and health. Sometimes a provider will link medical conditions to a need for a client to lose weight. (We’ll talk about why some providers put so much emphasis on these...
by FORGE Intern | Jun 20, 2020
Join us for an informational conversation with Caleb Weinhardt from FORGE. Physical activity comes in all forms, and we can all find different ways to incorporate enjoyable movement into our lives! This session discusses strategies for staying active safely during our...
by FORGE Intern | Jun 16, 2020
In the middle of a pandemic, is now the time to stop smoking and start exercising? This session will share information about how to navigate making health-related changes and lowering health risks. A focus will be on promoting health from a realistic, practical, and...
by Caleb Weinhardt | Jun 12, 2020
In the midst of upheaval and unrest, it is all the more important to find moments of quiet and calm, where we can re-ground our bodies, minds and spirits. This event will gently guide participants through some exercises to center and ground and refresh our souls....
by FORGE Intern | Jun 2, 2020
Do you wonder what services are available at FORGE? Or from Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin’s, Inclusion Health Clinic? This session will share brief overviews of what you can access (and how), and leave plenty of time for your questions. Clicking on...
by FORGE Intern | May 16, 2020
In our world of social distancing, face masks, working from home, and other shifts in our day-to-day lives, trans and non-binary people are often struggling with how to stay safe AND how to continue to present our gender in ways that feel true and affirming. Are you...
by Caleb Weinhardt | May 2, 2020
The world has shifted to zoom calls, video chats, telemedicine, therapy by video, MyChart communication with providers, and so much more that’s online or technology-dependent. How do you stay connected and receive the services you deserve if you don’t have a smart...
by Caleb Weinhardt | Apr 28, 2020
Some people are experiencing lags in their trans-related medical care during COVID-19. Nearly all medical appointments are happening by telehealth, with routine lab tests being deferred until the health crisis has calmed down. However, some trans and non-binary people...
by Caleb Weinhardt | Apr 5, 2020
Many of us take medications daily to support our mental and/or physical health. Some of us also are on PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis to prevent the transmission of HIV. We’ve all had our lives disrupted recently, so it’s critical to establish a new routine to ensure...
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