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State Gender-Affirming Care Access in Limbo

“Colorado as a state was supposed to be a safe haven,” said one mother, as families now scramble to maintain gender-affirming care amid legal uncertainty.

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  1. Mountain West states have enacted laws limiting gender-affirming care for transgender children.
  2. Colorado, previously known as a haven for gender-affirming care, faced restrictions after executive orders from the Trump administration.
  3. Hospitals in Colorado implemented changes, affecting trans youth's access to essential medical interventions.
  4. Legal battles facilitated resumptions, but uncertainties persist, compelling families to consider relocations or encounter disrupted treatment plans.
  5. The situation reflects the evolving challenges in providing comprehensive healthcare for transgender youth.

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