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The study aims to uncover the diverse health problems faced by hijra in Dhaka and the social contexts contributing to these issues.

Encapsulating the burden and social determinants of self-reported general health problems among a specific sub-group of transgender women in Dhaka, Bangladesh: a mixed-methods study

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The study aims to uncover the diverse health problems faced by hijra in Dhaka and the social contexts contributing to these issues.
Mixed-methods cross-sectional study involving 483 hijra
Quantitative data collected through systematic sampling at eight drop-in centers
Qualitative analysis from in-depth interviews and focus groups with hijra and key informants using the social determinants of health framework.
58.4% of hijra reported at least one health ailment in the past year
61.3% reported mental health concerns, 55.7% anal conditions, and 33.3% hypertension
Health issues linked to stigma, socio-economic marginalization, and lack of healthcare access.

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Mixed-methods study explores health issues in transgender women, suggesting the need for equity-focused health approaches.

Khan et al. (2026) studied this question.

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