How does testosterone and estradiol impact the immune system? ADIs Boris Novakovic, @adacheung.bsky.social, Rachel Davey, and Musa Mhlanga are looking for clues by studying the immune responses of people undergoing hormone therapy. #FrontierScience alleninstitute.org/division/fro...

🧠✨ New paper out! Our systematic review finds #trans people may be overrepresented in Functional Neurological Disorder #FND cases (3–45%). Importantly, gender affirmation was often linked with improved symptoms — not worse. Read more: doi.org/10.1080/2689...

What a night! 🌈🏀 Honoured to be part of the premiere of HOOPS, a docuseries following trans basketballer Lexi Rodgers’ journey in the NBL1. A story of sport, resilience & belonging. Episodes drop Sept 4 — follow @transathletica.series on IG & TikTok!

📢 New study! 🏳️‍⚧️ In a randomized trial of trans women starting GAHT, we found no significant difference in fat distribution changes between cyproterone and spironolactone. 💡 Both support feminisation—choice can be guided by other factors. 🔗 doi.org/10.1080/2689... #TransHealth #TransResearch

🏳️‍⚧️ Are you trans or gender diverse, 16+ and living in Australia? Join TRANSform—Australia’s largest ongoing trans health research project! Over 2,000 people already have 💬📊 👉 transresearch.org.au/participate/transform-study #transhealth #transresearch #nonbinary #genderqueer #TRANSform

🦴 Does GAHT affect bone health? What do we know so far? Where are the gaps? We’ve unpacked the evidence in everyday language so you don’t have to wade through jargon 🏳️‍⚧️📖 Read the blog 👉 transresearch.org.au/post/gaht-bone-health #transhealth #genderaffirmingcare #bonehealth

👏 Big congrats to our amazing Masters student Silver Argentum (it/they/she) for presenting their research on what drives trans folks to seek gender-affirming care 🏳️‍⚧️💬 Already in TRANSform? Check your inbox 📥 New here? Join in 👉 transresearch.org.au/participate/transform-study #trans #nonbinary

🧬 New Research: How do sex hormones like oestrogen & testosterone affect immune function—and what does this mean for trans people on GAHT? 📉 Early data suggest impacts on inflammation, white cells & gene expression. 📣 More research needed! 🔗 doi.org/10.3389/fimm...

📢 New article out now! How often should prolactin be checked during GAHT? 🧪🏳️‍⚧️ 🔍 Mild rises common with cyproterone 💡 Routine checks not always needed 💬 Symptom-guided care = less stress + cost Read: frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fendo.2025.1608108/full #transhealth #GAHT #transresearch

I had the privilege of delivering a seminar at MSPGH @unimelb on trans health and the harm of disinformation 🏳️‍⚧️📢 🗣️ “Each of us holds power… Allyship means using that power with intention. We need more action, more courage, and more care. #transhealth #allyship #transrights #transgender

Just published: an evidence-based intro to chest binding 🩺🏳️‍⚧️ Our latest blog post takes a harm-reduction, autonomy-affirming approach for people who bind + those who support them. Read: transresearch.org.au/post/chest-binding #transhealth #chestbinding #transresearch

5 years of research. 1 powerful report. The TRANSform 2020–2025 Report is out now 🏳️‍⚧️📊 Findings, impact + community voices that are transforming trans health in Australia. 📥 Download + 🎥 Watch: transresearch.org.au/reports/transform20-25 #transhealth #TRANSform #transresearch

Just launched: the first-ever Gender Euphoria Scale 🏳️‍⚧️✨ Made with @Swinburne + @MCRI_for_kids, it helps mental health care focus on trans joy – not just dysphoria. Read: abc.net.au/news/105098958 Paper: doi.org/10.1080/26895269.2024.2447768 #transhealth #transjoy #gendereuphoria

Such a privilege to share our voices this week 🏳️‍⚧️🗣️ Clare Headland + I spoke to Master of Public Health students about trans health, allyship, and fighting disinfo in healthcare 💬🛡️ Grateful to all who listened + learned! 💖 #transhealth #allyship #publichealth

🚨 Estradot patch shortage in Australia until 31 Dec 2025. If you're using it for #GAHT #HRT #MHT, talk to your doctor about alternatives: gels, tablets, or implants 🧴💊💉. TGA has ok’d 🇩🇪 Estramon + 🇺🇸 Estradiol Transdermal System til 30 Jun. #transhealth #genderaffirmingcare #menopause

Last week Dr Sav Zwickl spoke at #ANZCA2025 in Cairns on trans health in pain and anaesthesia care. 🏳️‍⚧️ A great step toward better-informed, inclusive practice. Clinician resources 👉 transresearch.org.au/professionalresources Interview 🎥 youtu.be/8lPYGlhE02Y

New Opinion article just published 🤓 : Approach to prolactin monitoring and hyperprolactinaemia in transgender and gender-diverse individuals undergoing gender affirming hormone therapy www.frontiersin.org/journals/end... #transgender #transhealth @adacheung.bsky.social @maccatino.bsky.social

🏳️‍⚧️ Just featured in CNN's explainer on #trans athletes, science & fairness in #sport. 🧬💪 Hormone therapy changes bodies—but policy must consider more than #testosterone. This is about equity, not exclusion. ⚖️🏃 edition.cnn.com/2025/05/29/h...

It’s Pelvic Pain Awareness Month! Experiencing pelvic pain after starting testosterone? You’re not alone. Research shows over 1 in 3 #trans and gender-diverse people using testosterone experience pelvic pain. It can feel confusing, frustrating, and isolating. Why is this happening?

At a time when finding gender-affirming doctors can still be difficult, students like Sam give us real hope for a future where trans healthcare is safe, accessible, and led with empathy. We’re thrilled to share that Sam Ronfeldt (she/her), current MD student and researcher with our team

Fact or fiction? 🤔 "Being trans is just a fad and social contagion." "There's no evidence, so gender affirming care should be banned." @drbrendannolan1.bsky.social and I answer some of this #misinformation about #transhealth in our latest article 🏳️‍⚧️ 👉 onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...

It was a privilege to speak on the importance of allyship this #TransAwarenessWeek with the fabulous Aysha Buffet at the Proud Science Alliance event hosted by Gilead Sciences Australia 🏳️‍⚧️

Most people in my research team have been touched by the untimely passing of a sister, brother, friend, colleague, or patient. For no more than the fact they dared to live authentically. Today is Trans Day of Remembrance #tdor - a day when we gather in community solidarity,