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Happy Monday and welcome to Well Beings News, where we track the intersection of health, policy, and lived experience in an era of increasing tension. This week, the data speaks volumes: trans people rarely regret medical transition, but we frequently face delays or outright denials of care. From courtrooms in Europe to children’s hospitals in Los Angeles, the throughline is clear—access is being shaped more by politics than science. We’re breaking down the latest survey numbers, research revelations, and systemic roadblocks to keep you informed.

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Regret Is Rare, Denial is Systemic

A sobering stat leads us off: the largest-ever survey of trans people just dropped, and its most impactful takeaway, according to Aleksandra at Transitics? Over 60% report delaying or avoiding medical care due to discrimination fears—a stark reminder of the gap in trans-inclusive healthcare. Other notable statistics from the survey: less than 1% of trans people receiving hormone replacement therapy had regrets related to the outcomes of their care, and as suspected, the most common reason cited for deciding to detransition was transphobia.

More in the research sphere, controversy is brewing around a Genspect‑affiliated study that appears to have significantly overstated the risks of HRT for trans women. Critics argue that inflated claims could fuel fear and stigma, and that seems to be the intent given the political affiliations of those involved—read the full critique for a breakdown of the methodology concerns.

Meanwhile across the pond, the European Court of Human Rights has weighed in on the Czech Republic’s policy of forced sterilization before legal gender recognition, deeming the policy a human rights violation. The country is one of the last to end this barbaric practice.

In the UK, Hilary Cass—of the highly contentious Cass Review fame—has been sued for withholding her own findings in the ostensibly scientific publication which evaluated transgender youth healthcare. The plaintiffs allege that suppression of this research is harming policy development and delaying access to crucial treatment.

Back in the US, Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles announced on June 12 that they will be closing their Center for Transyouth Health and Development on July 22, ceasing all gender-affirming care for minors in the face of mounting political pressure, despite this care still being legal.

Just north in Oregon, Oregon Health & Science University is preparing to face the same pressure, though hopefully with a bit more fight in them. The region’s largest public hospital may be forced into federal litigation as it upholds medically necessary care, but for now, they are complying with Dr. Oz’s request for information on their programs.

Shifting away from the breaking news, a new resource to bookmark for your patients and clients: a robust new medical guide at Transvitae walks trans women through the nuances of feminizing rhinoplasty. From pre-op hormone considerations to ideal recovery timelines, it’s a comprehensive guide that demystifies what can feel like a daunting process.

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