Pharmacists must be able to refer young people with gender dysphoria for support, says regulator
Duncan Rudkin, chief executive of the General Pharmaceutical Council, has warned that a lack of clear referral routes could lead people to seek alternative options, such as unregulated products or private clinics outside of the UK.
The GPhC's statement said: "It is important for pharmacy professionals to be able to identify children, young people and families who may be vulnerable, or at risk, and signpost them to appropriate support services"
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All organisations providing gender identity services should make sure that there are clear routes for pharmacy professionals to refer children and young people for the support and care they need, the pharmacy regulator has said.
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