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Puberty Blockers Trial Paused Amid Bias Controversy

3/1/2026

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  • Prof. Jacob George, a health official, has been removed from the Pathways puberty blockers trial after bias accusations, triggering a pause.
  • The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) announced that he would recuse himself following controversial social media posts.
  • The trial raised the minimum age for participation from 10–12 to 14 years due to potential long-term risks.
  • Experts say there is no scientific reason to halt the trial.