Steven L. Lieberman, director-general of the department's health and health, wrote in a note on March 14th. First reported by NPR The VA withdraws 2018 Order Summary of “Paying Healthcare Respect for Transgender and Intersex Veterans.”
“I'm not rude to anyone, but the VA should not focus on helping veterans try to change sex. The majority of veterans and Americans agree. That's why this is the right decision.” VA Secretary Doug Collins He said in a statement.
The directive protected access to treatments such as Hormonal therapy Postoperative and postoperative care for gender-affirming surgery. VA has never offered transition-related surgeries.
In a news release Monday, the VA said it is reversing the policy that should be followed. Trump's January 20th Presidential Order The US government declares that it recognizes only two genders: male and female.
“Instantly effective, the VA will not provide cross-sectional hormone therapy to veterans who have a current diagnosis or history or who have symptoms consistent with gender discomfort,” the department said, adding. Exceptions may be made For trans veterans who are already in care.
The department said Monday it wouldn't follow that. Consistent or reliable records About the total number of veterans who have received gender transition care through the VA, the amount spent on treatment, or the number of employees involved.
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