Decision and Impact
(CHLA) announced the closure of its Center for Transyouth Health and Development, affecting over 3,000 patients due to federal pressures against transgender healthcare for minors.
The shutdown, scheduled for July 22, follows warnings from federal agencies about the legal consequences of providing gender-affirming care, placing CHLA's operation at risk.
Community Reactions and Broader Context
The decision has sparked disappointment and fear among patients and their families, with some parents planning to seek alternative care paths despite the closure.
Activists and advocates criticize the closure as a dangerous precedent, urging CHLA to resist federal pressures and continue providing essential healthcare services.