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Advocate.com
3 weeks ago
Medicine

Maine signs trans and abortion sanctuary bill into law, despite violent threats

Maine becomes 16th state to protect transgender and abortion care from out-of-state prosecution. [ more ]
Advocate.com
2 months ago
Medicine

Nebraska trans youth can access gender-affirming care, but only after invalidating therapy

Transgender youth in Nebraska face stringent requirements for gender-affirming care, including 40 hours of therapy and ongoing counseling.
Nebraska's regulations are seen as discriminatory and a barrier to gender-affirming care for young trans individuals. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
Los Angeles

Kaiser accused of violations months after state fine on mental healthcare

Kaiser Permanente facing allegations of improper loss of mental health care for patients after an agreement to enhance services.
National Union of Healthcare Workers accuses Kaiser of using illegal criteria and unfairly terminating care for patients needing additional treatment. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
London

Hospital staff could be prosecuted if Kate's medical notes accessed, says minister

Staff at London Clinic could face enforcement actions for unauthorized access to Princess of Wales's medical records.
Health regulators and data watchdog would take action against individuals or organizations found accessing private medical records without permission. [ more ]
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