California's Largest Children's Hospital System Ends Gender-Affirming Care for Youth

Feb 7, 2026

United States Health

California's largest children's hospital system has ended gender-affirming care for transgender youth, influenced by Trump administration pressures.

California's Largest Children's Hospital System Ends Gender-Affirming Care for Youth

The largest children's hospital system in California has discontinued gender-affirming care for transgender youth, a decision influenced by recent pressures from the Trump administration. This move impacts two major hospitals in the state, which have paused hormone treatments and related services.

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