Impact of 'Gender-Affirming Surgery' on Transgender Individuals' Mental Health

A new study found that 'gender-affirming surgery' could lead to dangerous mental health effects for transgender individuals, including depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation. The study focused on 107,583 patients with gender dysphoria, some who underwent surgery and others who did not.

Gender-affirming surgery funded by public healthcare in Ontario, Canada

An Ontario resident secured public funding for a penile-preserving vaginoplasty after a series of appeals. Critics question the medical necessity of gender-affirming surgeries in Canada.

Vatican's Declaration on Gender-Affirming Surgery and Surrogacy

The Vatican declared gender-affirming surgery and surrogacy as violations of human dignity on par with abortion and euthanasia. LGBTQ+ advocates criticized the declaration as harmful and outdated, warning of real-world effects on trans people.