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An estimated 12% of U.S. residents aged 18 to 34 identify as transgender (i.e., gender identity that differs from sex assigned at birth) or nonbinary (gender identity not exclusively male or female) rather than cisgender (gender identity consistent with that assigned at birth on the basis of genitals). Gender-exclusive language and environments represent barriers to engaging all individuals in appropriate sexual and reproductive healthcare. Authors of an invited commentary offer the following suggestions for providing gender-affirming care:
Use gender-neutral language for signage (e.g., “Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinic” rather than “Women's Health Clinic”).
Maintain gender-neutral waiting areas and at least one bathroom designated as “A…