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New Zealand Health Ministry Says No Quality Evidence Backing Puberty Blocker Use

The Health Ministry said current research around puberty blocker drugs was of “poor quality” and it will hold a public consultation on its continued use.
New Zealand Health Ministry Says No Quality Evidence Backing Puberty Blocker Use
Male and female icons in Sydney, Australia, on Oct. 28, 2024. Susan Mortimer/The Epoch Times
Crystal-Rose Jones
Crystal-Rose Jones
11/21/2024|Updated: 11/21/2024

New Zealand’s Ministry of Health has released an evidence brief and position statement regarding the use of puberty blockers, advocating for a more cautious approach in their application.

The evidence brief says there is a lack of robust, high-quality data supporting the effectiveness and safety of puberty blockers.

Crystal-Rose Jones
Crystal-Rose Jones
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Crystal-Rose Jones is a reporter based in Australia. She previously worked at News Corp for 16 years as a senior journalist and editor.
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