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Over 20 US Hospitals Halt Transgender Care for Minors

8/24/2025

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More than 20 U.S. hospitals have stopped providing transgender care for minors amid federal threats and funding cuts.
Twelve hospitals have discontinued puberty blockers and hormone therapy.
Families are moving to access care as 27 states have enacted treatment bans since 2021.
Major medical associations argue these restrictions negatively impact mental health.

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Story summary

More than 20 U.S. hospitals have stopped providing transgender care for minors amid federal threats and funding cuts.
Twelve hospitals have discontinued puberty blockers and hormone therapy.
Families are moving to access care as 27 states have enacted treatment bans since 2021.
Major medical associations argue these restrictions negatively impact mental health.