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Families weigh moves for gender-affirming care

American families consider relocating due to restricted access to gender-affirming care for transgender youth. Survey shows one-third of LGBTQ youth may move for care.

Robert Moore
ByRobert Moore- Senior Editor
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Confronted with threats to gender-affirming care for young transgender people, American families are considering moving to other states.

A Trevor Project survey found nearly one-third of LGBTQ youth are thinking about relocating for care.

Harleigh Walker, a 19-year-old trans girl, moved from Alabama to Maryland. She says she feels safer there.

Policy vs. Science: The Trump administration pushes restrictions, while medical groups say such care is life-saving.

Many hospitals have halted services. Families are scrambling for alternatives, including moving abroad.

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