LGBTQ+
Non-urgent advice: Screening information for trans people
This information is for trans (transgender) and non-binary people in England. It tells you about the adult NHS screening programmes that are available in England and explains who we invite for screening.
We use trans as an umbrella term to embrace the diverse range of identities outside the traditional male/female definitions. These include transgender, gender fluid and non-binary.
Non-urgent advice: Prostate Cancer information for gay/bi men and trans women
Information on prostate cancer:
Urgent advice: Mental Health
Available NHS help and guidance Help for mental health problems if you're LGBTQ+ - NHS or contact Useful contacts - LGBTQIA+ mental health - Mind
If you are in need of urgent help, please contact one of the options below:
- Crisis support – NHS 111 Option 2
If you feel you are in a mental health crisis, urgent support is available in our area 24/7 through 111. Dial 111 and select option 2. You will be put through to a trained advisor who will speak to you and discuss your current mental health needs.
- The Hopeline UK (Papyrus) 08000684141 (up to age 35)
- The Samaritans free phone 116 123 or email jo@samaritans.org
- Lifecraft 0808 808 2121 (11am – 11pm 7 days a week, 365 days a year)
- SANEline 0300 304 7000 (4.30pm – 10.30 pm)
- Test SHOUT to 85258 for free confidential 24/7 support via text message (giveusashout.org)

Events and Contacts in and around Cambridge
While we are unable to make specific recommendations, we have a curated list of resources that may be helpful.
Cambridge activities / support / events:
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Gay Outdoor Club: About the Gay Outdoor Club - Gay Outdoor Club
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The Kite Trust: Home - The Kite Trust
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Pink Festival: Pink Festival | Facebook
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Meet Up: Events in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire | Meetup - can do a search for LGBTQ+ activities and events
National websites:
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Switchboard: Homepage | Switchboard
Page last reviewed: 07 July 2025
Page created: 17 June 2025
Page created: 17 June 2025