Barriers to Gender-Affirming Care, Health Care Services, and Experiences of Health Care Provider Bias Among Transgender People in Nigeria.
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Abstract
In the current study, we explored barriers to accessing gender-affirming care among transgender and gender-diverse (TGD) people in Nigeria. Between February and September 2021, we conducted focus group discussions with 25 adult TGD individuals residing in Nigeria. We found (1) a lack of trans-competent health care providers, (2) high medical costs, (3) limited access to accurate health information, (4) experiences of transphobia, and (5) a lack of trans-specific programming. Health care services that cater to the unique needs of TGD people in Nigeria are needed. (<i>Am J Public Health</i>. 2025;115(8):1231-1235. https://doi.org/10.2105/AJPH.2025.308057).
Medical subject headings
- Transgender Persons
- Health Services Accessibility
- Health Personnel