Study finds Medicaid disenrollment spikes at age 19, with rates up to 83.9%

In most states, Medicaid eligibility rules shift at age 19, when individuals transition from child to adult classification. A new study led by the University of Chicago finds that this policy ...
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Atrium Health halts gender-affirming care for patients under age 19, leaving some families scrambling

Since 2020, Josh Dumas’ 14-year-old transgender son has received gender-affirming care — including puberty blockers and testosterone — from an Atrium Health doctor in Charlotte. Dumas said the ...
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Gen Z is harnessing 'one of the magical qualities of investing,' advisor says — how it helps them build wealth

Generation Z is beginning to invest at age 19 on average, which is significantly younger than prior generations. Setting aside $5,000 a year each year starting at age 19 could yield $500,000 more at ...

Plastic surgeons say transgender youth should wait until age 19 for surgery

The American Society of Plastic Surgeons says transgender youth should wait until age 19 to have any surgeries. Surgery is already rarely performed for transgender young people.
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Plastic Surgeons Urge Waiting Until Age 19 for Gender Surgery

Plastic Surgeons Urge Waiting Until Age 19 for Gender Surgery THURSDAY, Feb. 5, 2026 (HealthDay News) — A major group of U.S. plastic surgeons is now urging doctors to delay gender transition ...
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Plastic surgeons say transgender youth should wait until age 19 for surgery

The American Society of Plastic Surgeons made headlines this week. A statement of their position recommends delaying gender-related surgeries until age 19. The Trump administration celebrated the move ...