A wave of GPs are withdrawing care from trans patients, leaving many 'terrified'NHS GPs are increasingly refusing to prescribe hormone replacement therapy for trans patients, driven by fear over expertise and support.
Free HRT and dispensing fee scheme set to roll out this summer without agreement from pharmacists' unionHRT will be free for women starting June 1, with pharmacies receiving a €5 fee for dispensing.
HRT does not impact life expectancy - health bodyHRT does not affect life expectancy according to NICE guidance.
Way cleared to give free HRT to women prescribed the treatment from January, says Stephen DonnellyThe Health Insurance Amendment Bill enabling state-funded HRT signifies a major advancement in women's healthcare in Ireland.
Mary McCarthy: Providing free HRT might make women believe it's the magic must-have pillFree hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is positive but may lead to misconceptions about its necessity for all women.
Free HRT and dispensing fee scheme set to roll out this summer without agreement from pharmacists' unionHRT will be free for women starting June 1, with pharmacies receiving a €5 fee for dispensing.
HRT does not impact life expectancy - health bodyHRT does not affect life expectancy according to NICE guidance.
Way cleared to give free HRT to women prescribed the treatment from January, says Stephen DonnellyThe Health Insurance Amendment Bill enabling state-funded HRT signifies a major advancement in women's healthcare in Ireland.
Mary McCarthy: Providing free HRT might make women believe it's the magic must-have pillFree hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is positive but may lead to misconceptions about its necessity for all women.
Trans woman 'flooded with hate' after Nancy Mace shares tweetInfluencer Sabre faces backlash and threats after anti-trans comments from Republican Nancy Mace, leading to her decision to move.Hate speech against trans individuals has real-world consequences.
Patients 'confused' over lobby group involved in GP refusing HRTNottingham GPs have stopped prescribing HRT to trans individuals, raising concerns from affected patients and activists about confusion and access to care.
Cabinet to appoint new deputy garda commissioner and make free HRT treatment available from JanuaryThe appointment of a new deputy commissioner aims to boost policing operations and national security in An Garda Síochána.
Two 125 energy credits to be deducted from electricity bills this year; cigarettes look set to rise by 1 in latest Budget 2025 movesA significant cost of living package aims to relieve financial pressures through tax adjustments and social welfare increases.