Trans advocates protest Bush's 11th-hour HHS rule change

[Natasha]

Trans advocates protest Bush's 11th-hour HHS rule change

http://www.dallasvoice.com/artman/publish/article_10306.php
12/23/2008

WASHINGTON — The Bush administration, in its final days, issued a
federal rule Thursday, Dec. 18, reinforcing protections for doctors
and other health care workers who refuse to participate in abortions
and other procedures because of religious or moral objections.

Critics say the protections are so broad they limit a patient's right
to get care and accurate information. For example, they fear the rule
could make it possible for a pharmacy clerk to refuse to sell birth
control pills without ramifications from an employer.

Transgender advocates say the new rule could have a huge impact on
health care for transgender men and women.