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Transgender healthcare for minors: Understanding the consequences
Nurses Out Loud with Jodi O’Malley MSN, RN – The rising focus on transgender healthcare, especially for minors, prompts serious ethical concerns among healthcare providers. Many question the pressure to implement gender-affirming treatments, such as puberty blockers and hormone therapy, amid concerns over informed consent, long-term effects, and potential social pressures. I explore these challenges and the delicate balance of compassionate care.