Texas Attorney General Takes Action Against Transgender Care for Minors
Legal Action Against Transgender Care Providers
Texas attorney general has initiated a lawsuit against Dr. Hector M. Granados, a pediatric endocrinologist, for allegedly providing transgender care to minors. The accusations claim that Dr. Granados prescribed puberty blockers and hormone replacement therapy to a total of 21 minors between April 2023 and August 2024. This lawsuit is part of a broader attempt to regulate transgender healthcare for youth in Texas.
The Implications of Transgender Care Lawsuits
As the legal landscape around transgender care continues to change, healthcare providers are facing increasing scrutiny. The implications of this lawsuit may lead to significant alterations in how medical professionals approach treatment for minors seeking gender-affirming care.
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