Category : Search result: precocious puberty


NHS puberty blocker trial for children approved

Controversial NHS trial will study effects of puberty blockers on children's brains. Professor Emily Simonoff says she's 'very proud' to lead landmark research amid legal threats.

NHS Puberty Blocker Trial for 226 Children Aged 10+

The NHS is launching a controversial clinical trial, giving puberty blockers to 226 children as young as ten. Critics call it 'outrageous' while researchers insist on rigorous safety monitoring. Read the full story.

NZ Bans New Puberty Blocker Prescriptions

New Zealand halts new puberty blocker prescriptions for transgender youth, citing insufficient evidence. Critics warn of devastating mental health impacts. Read the full story.

Queensland reinstates puberty blocker ban - fight continues

After successfully overturning Queensland's controversial puberty blocker ban, a determined woman faces renewed battle as the LNP government reinstates the legislation, sparking fresh debates over transgender healthcare rights in Australia.

Australian Court Restricts Puberty Blockers for Trans Kids

In a historic judgment with global implications, Australia's Federal Court has ruled that puberty blockers for transgender children are no longer considered 'therapeutic treatment', sparking intense debate across medical and LGBTQ+ communities.

Queensland halts puberty blockers for trans kids

In a groundbreaking healthcare policy shift, Queensland has suspended access to puberty blockers for transgender children, sparking a fierce court battle initiated by a determined mother fighting for her child's treatment.

Queensland puberty blocker ban ruled unlawful

A landmark court ruling declares Queensland's controversial puberty blocker ban unlawful, citing improper political influence and failure to consult medical experts in dramatic health policy showdown.

NHS halts routine puberty blocker prescriptions

Exclusive: Labour supports NHS England's decision to halt routine puberty blocker prescriptions outside research settings, marking a significant shift in youth gender care policy.

Diet Coke sweetener may cause early puberty

New research suggests that aspartame, a common artificial sweetener found in Diet Coke, may trigger early puberty in children, raising health concerns among parents and experts.

Page 1 of 1