WHO Calls Down Syndrome A ‘Severe Birth Defect,’ Blasted By Parents Of Special Needs Children
The World Health Organization (WHO) received fierce criticism for calling Down syndrome a “severe birth defect.” In a blog post discussing “World Birth Defects Day,” the WHO explained that birth defects take “a significant toll on individuals, families, health care systems and societies.” Congenital heart defects, neural tube defects, and hemoglobin disorders were featured alongside Down syndrome. […]
Utah governor says he’ll veto transgender youth sports ban
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Utah Gov. Spencer Cox said that he plans to veto legislation passed Friday that would ban transgender student-athletes from competing in girls sports. Without his support, Utah is unlikely to join the 11 states, all Republican-led, that have recently enacted bans on transgender girls wanting to compete in school sports […]
Sexualization of Young Children Linked to Eating Disorder Development
As early exposure to themes of sex becomes the norm, children of younger ages are expressing discontent with their physical appearance. Results from a recent survey suggest that children rank body image among the highest of their concerns, above both self-confidence and social life. Recent research also suggests that nearly 50 percent of femalesbetween ages 11 and 16 would consider […]
Nation’s Largest Pediatric Hospital Stops Hormone Therapy Due to Abbott ‘Child-Abuse’ Probes
The nation’s largest pediatric hospital has paused hormone therapies due to Texas Governor Greg Abbott’s recent executive order authorizing child abuse probes into parents and doctors who facilitate gender-transition surgeries or hormone treatments for children. “The mission of Texas Children’s Hospital is to create a healthier future for all children, including transgender children, within the bounds of […]