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3mo ago

Queensland Halts New Hormone Therapy for Minors Pending Review

The state government has paused new treatments for gender dysphoria in public health facilities to evaluate safety and evidence-based practices.

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LGBTIQ+ advocacy group Equality Australia said the move would have "catastrophic impacts" on transgender and gender diverse young people.

Overview

  • Queensland has implemented an immediate pause on new hormone therapy treatments for individuals under 18 in its public health system.
  • The decision accompanies a planned 10-month review of the medical evidence for puberty blockers and gender-affirming hormone therapies.
  • Existing patients already receiving hormone therapy will not be affected and can continue their treatments, while other support services remain available.
  • The pause follows allegations of unauthorized treatments provided to 17 minors at a Cairns health facility, prompting two separate investigations into governance and service delivery.
  • Advocates and health professionals warn the suspension could harm trans youth, while the government emphasizes the need for caution in a contested medical area.