Bedworth Health Centre values equality and diversity. This practice welcomes all patients and staff into an inclusive and safe environment without fear of discrimination. Below is a list of useful resources that you may wish to use during a consultation with a GP:
Routes to parenthood
Warwickshire Pride
Warwickshire Pride | A registered charity for the organisation of LGBT+ services and events
Coventry and Warwickshire LGBTQ+ support
National LGBTQIA+ support line
LGBTQ+ support for people aged 13-18
The Sexual Health Hub and contraception
Changing gender on NHS record
Gender recognition Certificate
Apply for a Gender Recognition Certificate: Overview - GOV.UK
Cancer screening
Trans and non-binary cancer screening | Cancer Research UK
Support for LGBTQ+ people who have experienced abuse and violence
Galop - the LGBT+ anti-abuse charity
Hormone therapy and blood testing
Hormone therapy and blood testing – TransActual
Fertility Preservation (Sperm / Egg) for Trans patients
Please discuss referral with a GP to UHCW fertility clinic. Gamete storage would be free, based on:
- Reduce alcohol intake, <4 units per week
- Reduce caffeine consumpton, not>1 cup a day
- Stop smoking
Sources of support
https://transactual.org.uk/transorgs/
Mental health support
To access counselling contact NHS Talking Therapies on 02476 671090 or https://www.talkingtherapies.covwarkpt.nhs.uk/.
If you're feeling low, anxious or stressed, or are having a difficult time coping, navigate to https://www.dearlife.org.uk/ or, if you are 16 or over, call 0800 616171.
If you're suffering with a mental health emergency, contact the CRISIS team on 111 or 111.nhs.uk and select the 'Mental Health' option.
This information is great! But if something is missing or out of date, write to Dr Katie Hebbes LGBTQ+ lead