Her state bans gender-affirming care for teenagers. So she travels 450 miles for it
Briefly

Veronica, a transgender teenager in a small Iowa town, expresses a longing for a city life filled with chaos and acceptance, contrasting her current experience.
Iowa has become a challenging environment for transgender youth, particularly with recent state laws restricting access to gender-affirming care and common support systems.
Emily, Veronica's mother, poignantly reflects on the limitations of their current environment, wishing for a future where her child finds acceptance and essential healthcare.
The situation highlights the broader trend affecting many transgender teens across the U.S., given the wave of laws restricting gender-affirming healthcare in numerous states.
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