N.S. implements gender-affirming care policy

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July 28, 2023

The policy aims to ensure high-quality, timely, comprehensive, equitable, culturally appropriate and safe services are provided to transgender and gender-diverse Nova Scotians. It outlines the following for gender-affirming care and procedures:

  • Eligibility criteria;
  • Covered services;
  • Standards of care;
  • Assessment, referral and approval processes; and
  • Roles and responsibilities of healthcare professionals.
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