New Zealand bans new prescriptions of puberty blockers for young transgender people

By Reuters · The Guardian World

Critics warn move could have devastating impact on the lives and wellbeing of those affected New Zealand has announced it is banning new prescriptions of puberty-blocking drugs for young transgender people, in a move that critics warned could worsen the mental health of those affected. The step comes amid growing global debate about the number of adolescents seeking to change gender, dividing those concerned about hastiness in prescribing such medications and those worried about access to remedies they deem lifesaving. Continue reading...