Dear John,

Last month, we launched our campaign to #ProtectTransHealth. We’re collecting comments in support of a new rule released by the Biden-Harris administration that will help protect trans people from discrimination at the doctor’s office - and these protections have never been more needed.

Tell the government that we must fight discrimination against trans people nationwide!

The Administration is collecting public comments until Oct 3rd, which is only 11 days away. Currently, the opposition is overwhelming the comments with anti-trans hate. We need supporters like you who believe in trans rights to rise up and make your voices heard!

We’re hearing from trans people and allies across the nation about the deep need for these protections. One trans woman told us that she transitioned at age 40, and that even in California - where there are more robust protections - she faced barriers every step of the way. “My employer’s health insurance refuses to cover any transition-related care. When I tried to talk to my primary care provider about transition, I got a long transphobic and homophobic rant that was utterly devoid of any medical basis. We need to make it clear to providers that discrimination is unacceptable.”

One cis woman wrote: “My good friend recently lost her job because the support for trans healthcare just isn't there. Opportunities to find doctors willing to perform surgeries that she needs are rare because of constant discrimination in the healthcare system. We need these rules to expand rights and save lives RIGHT NOW.”

Go to www.protecttranshealth.org to leave a comment and show your support for nondiscrimination protections in health care. Next week, we’ll kick off a massive Week of Action with livestream events where you can learn more and get involved. Stay tuned for more and thank you SO much for your support!

No one should ever face discrimination – and that’s especially true when you’re seeking health care.   

Yours in solidarity,

 D Ojeda Devon Ojeda (they/them)
Senior National Organizer
National Center for Transgender Equality 

 

 

 

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