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There aren't a huge amount of books available for lesbians specifically, so if you're looking for general health books for women - try our search box, especially if you're looking for information on a specific health issue.

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	All Books by Marion Banzhaf and ACT UP (Organization) - Authors of : New York Women and AIDS Book Group. Women, AIDS, and Activism Paperback - 295 pages (October 1990) South End Pr; ISBN: 0896083934 "Lesbian Health Books; A collection of writings produced by the ACT UP/NY Women & AIDS Book Group, including essays on political activism, safer sex, prostitution and pregnancy, this is an excellent resource, notable for its much needed coverage of the politics of AIDS for women." Click to buy this book in USA, Canada, UK:
	All Books by Boston Women's Health - Author of : New Our Bodies, Ourselves : A Book by and For Women Library Binding (October 1999) Econo-Clad Books; ISBN: 0785780726 "Lesbian Health Books; An essential sourcebook for women of all generations explores health-care issues ranging from sexuality and childbearing through menopause and dealing with the medical establishment." Click to buy this book in USA, Canada, UK:
	All Books by Victoria A. Brownworth - Author of : Coming Out of Cancer : Writings from the Lesbian Cancer Epidemic Paperback - 256 pages (October 1, 2000) Seal Pr Feminist Pub; ISBN: 1580050441 "Lesbian Health Books; One-third of women run a lifetime risk of developing cancer, and studies have shown that lesbians are especially at risk. They often don't access healthcare because of homophobia in the medical establishment and inadequate insurance coverage. With its diversity of views and experience, Coming out of Cancer includes contributions from Audre Lorde, Ruthann Robson, Pat Parker, Rachel Carson, and Dr. Susan Love and offers information and support for survivors, loved ones, and community activists." Click to buy this book in USA, Canada, UK:
	All Books by Elaine Creith - Author of : Undressing Lesbian Sex Paperback (December 1996) Cassell Academic; ISBN: 0304328499 "Lesbian Health Books; A provocative and informative book containing a down-to-earth review of lesbian sex which explores what lesbians do, how they do it and how often. Included in "Undressing Lesbian Sex" is an informed discussion of current issues such as sexual health and the latest thinking on HIV/AIDS, the SM debate, social lubricants, the lesbian "bed-death" theory, monogamy and non-monogamy, the impact of long-term illness on sexual relationships, abuse and safer sex information. This study is based on extensive empirical research in the UK." Click to buy this book in USA, Canada:
	All Books by Nancy D. Davis - Author of : Lesbian Therapists and Their Therapy : From Both Sides of the Couch Paperback - 80 pages (June 1996) Harrington Park Pr; ISBN: 1560230827 "Lesbian Health; Lesbian Studies; Personal Accounts on Lesbianism and Therapy" Click to buy this book in USA, Canada, UK:
	All Books by JoAnn Loulan - Author of : Lesbian Sex Paperback - 274 pages (November 1984) Bookpeople; ISBN: 0933216130 "Lesbian Health; If you've just 'come out', this book is a good guide for learning about yourself and other women. Issues like casual sex versus monogamy, being single versus being coupled, disability and STD's are covered - Loulan works hard to address the ways in which the dominant society impacts on self-image, while making it clear that lesbian culture has its own norms/mandates that sometimes confine individuality." Click to buy this book in USA, Canada, UK:
	All Books by Lee Lynch and Akia Woods - Editors of : Off the Rag : Lesbians Writing on Menopause Paperback - 234 pages (October 1996) New Victoria Pub; ISBN: 0934678774 "Lesbian Studies; Lesbian Health; In this anthology, lesbian authors offer their own personal stories on experiencing the menopause. Contributions from Karla Jay, Joan Nestle, Sarah Dreher and Sally Gearhart are included." Click to buy this book in USA, Canada, UK:
	All Books by Regan McClure - Author of : Lesbian Health Guide Paperback (July 2001) Queer Press; ISBN: 1895564026 "Lesbian Health; Discusses Diverse Health Issues - Lesbian Specific and General Health" Click to buy this book in USA, Canada, UK:
	All Books by Christy M. Ponticelli - Author of : Gateways to Improving Lesbian Health and Health Care : Opening Doors Paperback - 150 pages (June 1998) Haworth (T); ISBN: 1560231033 "Lesbian Health Books; Explores the health care experiences of lesbians of different ages, colors, and places in an effort to nurture dialog between lesbians and health care personnel. Topics include lesbian survivors of childhood sexual abuse, domestic violence in lesbian relationships, lesbians and aging and more." Click to buy this book in USA, Canada, UK:
	All Books by Andrea L. Solarz - Author of : Lesbian Health : Current Assessment and Directions for the Future Paperback - 234 pages 1st edition (June 15, 1999) National Academy Press; ISBN: 0309065674 "Lesbian Health; Lesbian Studies; Provides a thorough investigation of political pressures, community attitudes, and professional concerns. Examines ways in which knowledge regarding lesbians could be transferred to other minorities and to the larger population of women. Based on a workshop held in October 1997." Click to buy this book in USA, Canada, UK:
	All Books by Phyllis Noerager Stern - Author of : Lesbian Health : What Are the Issues? Paperback (June 1993) Taylor & Francis; ISBN: 1560322993 "Lesbian Health; Lesbian Studies; Researchers investigate issues central to lesbian health care, among them: coming out, stereotyped perceptions held by health care providers, factors that impede lesbians seeking care, alcohol recovery, and child bearing and parenting. Includes a review of the literature from 1970-1990." Click to buy this book in USA, Canada, UK:
	All Books by Jocelyn White and Marissa C. Martinez - Authors of : The Lesbian Health Book : Caring for Ourselves Paperback - 400 pages (November 1997) Seal Pr Feminist Pub; ISBN: 1878067311 "Lesbian Health Books; Many women's health books include chapters for lesbians, but this is the only book dedicated in its entirety to lesbian healthcare. With its insight, breadth of knowledge and resource listings, The Lesbian Health Book is destined to become the health and wellness manual for lesbians and their healthcare providers." Click to buy this book in USA, Canada, UK:
	All Books by Tamsin Wilton - Author of : Good for You : A Handbook on Lesbian Health and Wellbeing Paperback - 256 pages (March 1999) Cassell Academic; ISBN: 0304336327 "Lesbian Health Books; This is a practical approach to lesbian health issues, looking at all aspects of lesbian health care. It covers cancer, the psychiatric system and mental health, alcohol and drug abuse, HIV and AIDS, artificial insemination and child care, relationships, minority stress, ageing and dealing with health professionals. The book includes excerpts from first-hand accounts of lesbian service users and providers, and experiences of health and healthcare. It contains useful facts, figures and advice on maintaining a healthy lifestyle." Click to buy this book in USA, Canada, UK:

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