Objectives: This discussion paper presents recent evidence regarding cancer screening and prevention among the transgender and gender diverse (TGD) community and highlights where and how advanced practice nurses (APNs), particularly those in primary care, can better contribute to closing the gap between healthcare disparities between TGD and cisgendered populations.
Methods: Relevant publications on the topic and professional guidelines and evidence have formed the basis for this discussion paper.
Results: TGD individuals are a vulnerable population with unique needs.