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Health issues for lesbians and women who have sex with women
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Safeguard your mental health
Protect yourself from sexually transmitted infections
Seek help for substance abuse
Recognize domestic violence
Make routine health care a priority
Seek help for substance abuse
Sexual minority women report higher rates of tobacco use and alcohol and drug dependence.
If you have a substance abuse concern, remember that help is available. Local lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender health, mental health or community centers often provide substance abuse treatment. Organizations such as GLMA also might provide referrals.
