We are writing to ask for your support of the recent bills to limit medical intervention for gender dysphoria in the form of puberty blockers and surgeries.
I disagree with this. As we've seen in the abortion fight, legislatures make lousy doctors. There's always some weird edge case where a law or regulation blocks someone from getting the care they need. I think puberty blockers should be very, very rare, but I don't want to take options away from physicians.
Depends on how you define care. Therapy is a viable medical treatment for gender dysphoric children. Puberty blockers used off label with NO evidence of benefit over risk in stopping normal puberty is NOT healthcare.
I do agree. The new California bill is one example of a law gone the wrong, albeit the other way. Parents should be informed. Healthcare should cover this for adults who need this care.
Was this actually sent to legislators?
Yes - this has been modified to be general for any legislator. The original was specific to state and bill under consideration.
Can I use some of the language here? I am writing a letter to the big Children's hospital near me.
I disagree with this. As we've seen in the abortion fight, legislatures make lousy doctors. There's always some weird edge case where a law or regulation blocks someone from getting the care they need. I think puberty blockers should be very, very rare, but I don't want to take options away from physicians.
Depends on how you define care. Therapy is a viable medical treatment for gender dysphoric children. Puberty blockers used off label with NO evidence of benefit over risk in stopping normal puberty is NOT healthcare.
I do agree. The new California bill is one example of a law gone the wrong, albeit the other way. Parents should be informed. Healthcare should cover this for adults who need this care.
Another great article. Thank you.