Queensland has made a controversial decision to halt the prescription of puberty blockers and hormones for children with gender dysphoria, sparking a heated debate within the medical community and beyond.

The move has been met with criticism from transgender rights activists and medical professionals, who argue that denying these medications to transgender youth could have harmful consequences. The ban on hormone therapy for transgender patients has also raised concerns about potential long-term effects on their physical and mental health.

Sex Discrimination Commissioner has warned that Queensland's decision to ban puberty blockers could be considered a form of sex discrimination, as it denies transgender youth access to crucial healthcare services that are available to their cisgender peers.

As the debate rages on, it remains to be seen how this controversial decision will impact transgender youth in Queensland and beyond. Will they be denied access to crucial medical care or will the ban be overturned in light of the potential harm it may cause? Only time will tell.