NHS spends £6.5m on 1,115 trans breast removal surgeries in 2024-25

NHS spends £6.5m on 1,115 trans breast removal surgeries in 2024-25

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The NHS performed 1,115 breast removal surgeries for transgender patients in 2024-25, marking a 52% increase compared to two years earlier. This rise in procedures resulted in a total cost of £6.5 million to taxpayers. The data highlights a significant growth in demand for gender-affirming surgeries within the NHS.

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