UK's Cass Review debates health care for transgender youth, questioning puberty blocker and hormone use.

The UK's Cass Review, commissioned by the government and conducted by Dr. Hilary Cass, has sparked debate on health care for transgender youth. While some celebrate the review as proof that puberty blockers and hormones should not be given to young people with gender dysphoria, critics argue that it overlooks studies demonstrating improved mental health outcomes. The report calls for a thorough review of the evidence base and raises concerns about the safety and effectiveness of these treatments, which have been administered to minors in the UK and elsewhere.

April 22, 2024
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