As a trans, non-binary or gender-diverse individual you may find cancer screening presents additional barriers for you. You can do a few things to make appointments easier for you:  

• Ask for an appointment earlier, or later in the day where there might be fewer people around. 
• When attending cervical screening you can ask to use a smaller speculum and extra lubricant. This can be particularly important if you are a trans man or gender diverse person with a cervix and are taking testosterone.
• You do not have to disclose your sexuality or gender orientation to your clinicians however, we would encourage you to, so they can make sure you have the best support that is tailored to you. 
• It may be helpful to have a conversation about what pronouns you prefer to use ahead of time, by calling the reception where your screening appointment will take place. 
• If you are intersex and have had negative experiences around surgery, you might find it helpful to disclose this to your medical team. 
• You can ask your clinicians to refer to you using a name that is not on your medical records. 
• You are allowed to ask to bring a friend or partner with you to the appointment however, it can depend on the test whether they are allowed in the room during the exam.
• You can request a different gender of clinician during the exam if it makes you feel more comfortable.
• Look for trust staff with rainbow or progress flag lanyards. Staff wear these to signal that they are allies. 
• Get in touch with a Cancer Champions Officer to get more screening information, or to talk through any worries you have about an appointment.