Out of Reach: Sex Reassignment Surgery Not 'Medically Necessary'? (comments)

[Natasha]

Out of Reach: Sex Reassignment Surgery Not 'Medically Necessary'?

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6/16/2008

"Cuba has approved free sex change operations for transgender citizens. What a stark contrast to the reality here in the United States.

June is LGBT Pride Month and, along with the festivals and parades, we have an opportunity to learn about the diversity within our community and the issues that impact the lives of LGBT people. For many transgender people, the process of transitioning is a long and expensive journey delayed due to the lack of health insurance coverage for medically necessary procedures."