Gender hormone treatment for under-18s paused as NHS cites weak evidence base

9 March 2026

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By Ellie Crabbe, PA

Gender-affirming hormone treatment for 16 and 17-year-olds has been paused after an NHS review found evidence does not support its continued use.

The treatment has been available on the NHS for 16 and 17-year-olds with a diagnosis of gender dysphoria who meet certain criteria, but new referrals have been paused from Monday.







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