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app/templates/blogs/Accessing HRT as a trans person in the UK.html

@@ -14,7 +14,7 @@ <h3 class="blog-header">So you’ve decided that you want to start HRT, what no
 </ul>
 <p class="blog-paragraph">The following sections will provide a high level overview of each pathway and point you
     towards some additional resources to help you reach a decision about which option is right for you.</p>
-<span class="blog-section-break"></span>
+<span class="blog-section-break"></span> 
 <h3 class="blog-header">Accessing HRT the NHS way</h3>
 <figure><img class="blog-image-container blog-image"
         alt="Neon signs with that says “waiting, waiting, waiting, waiting…”"
@@ -35,10 +35,12 @@ <h3 class="blog-header">Accessing HRT the NHS way</h3>
     the NHS requires you to have gone through this process.</p>
 <p class="blog-paragraph">Going through the GIC pathway does have the benefits of being free, and once you’ve completed
     the process, in theory you have NHS provided access to HRT in perpetuity.</p>
-<p class="blog-paragraph">See current GIC waiting times at <a href="https://genderkit.org.uk/resources/wait-times/">this
-        resource from gender construction kit</a>.</p>
-<p class="blog-paragraph"><a href="https://genderkit.org.uk/resources/initial-appointment/">This resource from gender
-        construction kit</a> gives some information about what to expect at your first appointment.</p>
+<p class="blog-paragraph">See current GIC waiting times at <a
+        href="https://transactual.org.uk/medical-transition/gender-dysphoria-clinics/">this resource from
+        TransActual</a></p>
+<p class="blog-paragraph"><a
+        href="https://transactual.org.uk/medical-transition/gender-dysphoria-clinics/first-appointments-at-gender-services/">This
+        resource from TransActual</a> gives some information about what to expect at your first appointment.</p>
 <p class="blog-paragraph">If you want to create a supporting document to take to your GP when you ask for a referral,
     check out <a href="https://www.transinformed.co.uk/">our document generator</a>.</p>
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@@ -53,18 +55,20 @@ <h3 class="blog-header">Going Private</h3>
 <p class="blog-paragraph">Accessing HRT solely through a private service is a relatively quick process, whilst the
     specifics vary between providers, generally you pay for an appointment or two, get assessed, and then they can
     prescribe for you.</p>
-<p class="blog-paragraph">Whilst choosing a <a href="https://genderkit.org.uk/resources/gender-services/">private gender
-        service</a> can be relatively quick, it is prohibitively expensive, with costs easily running into the 1000’s,
-    just for initial appointments, assessments and blood tests. The re-occurring fees can also be very expensive to have
-    follow up assessments, blood tests, prescription fees and actual medication costs.</p>
-<p class="blog-paragraph">Check out <a href="https://genderkit.org.uk/resources/choosing-gender-service/">this resource
-        from gender construction kit </a>if you’re interested in choosing a private provider.</p>
+<p class="blog-paragraph">Whilst choosing a <a
+        href="https://transactual.org.uk/medical-transition/choosing-a-gender-service/">private gender service</a> can
+    be relatively quick, it is prohibitively expensive, with costs easily running into the 1000’s, just for initial
+    appointments, assessments and blood tests. The re-occurring fees can also be very expensive to have follow up
+    assessments, blood tests, prescription fees and actual medication costs.</p>
+<p class="blog-paragraph">Check out <a
+        href="https://transactual.org.uk/medical-transition/choosing-a-gender-service/">this resource from
+        TransActual</a> if you’re interested in choosing a private provider.</p>
 <p class="blog-paragraph">If you are aged 15 and under, you cannot currently access HRT from a UK private gender clinic,
     however there are options internationally, most notably <a href="https://www.gendergp.com/">GenderGP</a>. If you
     choose this route, be aware of concerning actions from NHS England regarding trans youth healthcare outlined in our
     <a href="https://www.transinformed.co.uk/blogs/Healthcare-options-for-trans-youth-in-the-UK">article for
         trans youth</a>.</p>
-<span class="blog-section-break"></span>
+<span class="blog-section-break"></span> 
 <h3 class="blog-header">The best of both worlds: utilising both private and GP services</h3>
 <figure><img class="blog-image-container blog-image" alt="close up of a handshake"
         src="https://cdn-images-1.medium.com/max/1024/0*x3snVjjBCMUTGZJc" />
@@ -83,16 +87,16 @@ <h3 class="blog-header">The best of both worlds: utilising both private and GP 
 <p class="blog-paragraph">Unfortunately this process still carries a price tag out of the reach of many, can be
     overwhelming in complexity, and is reliant on your GP agreeing to work with a private service.</p>
 <p class="blog-paragraph">Shared care is not available for those under 16, and those aged 16–17 should only try to enter
-    shared care when working with a UK based, GMC registered private provider. be aware of additional concerns
-    highlighted in our <a
+    shared care when working with a UK based, GMC registered private provider. be aware of additional concerns,
+    specifically “safeguarding” actions, as highlighted in our <a
         href="https://www.transinformed.co.uk/blogs/Healthcare-options-for-trans-youth-in-the-UK">article for
         trans youth</a>.</p>
 <p class="blog-paragraph">To learn more about the shared care process, check out our <a
         href="https://www.transinformed.co.uk/blogs/Getting-a-shared-care-agreement-from-your-GP">guide to
         shared care</a>.</p>
 <p class="blog-paragraph">To create a supporting document to take to your GP when asking for a shared care agreement,
     check out <a href="https://www.transinformed.co.uk/">our document generator</a>.</p>
-<span class="blog-section-break"></span>
+<span class="blog-section-break"></span> 
 <h3 class="blog-header">If the system is broke, do it yourself</h3>
 <figure><img class="blog-image-container blog-image" alt="Some empty blood sample vials"
         src="https://cdn-images-1.medium.com/max/1024/0*QMXDvbGAkiiEVoxD" />
@@ -110,10 +114,10 @@ <h3 class="blog-header">If the system is broke, do it yourself</h3>
     thoroughly researching your chosen supplier before purchasing from them.</p>
 <p class="blog-paragraph">For the ultimate guide to all things DIY, check out <a href="https://diyhrt.wiki/">The DIY HRT
         Directory</a>.</p>
-<em class="blog-disclaimer">Disclaimer: Nothing within the contents of this article
-    constitutes to medical advice, this is purely our interpretation of the available information. Further
-    independent research is highly advised.</em>
-<p class="blog-paragraph">Article content last updated: May 2024</p>
+<p class="blog-paragraph"><em class="blog-disclaimer">Disclaimer: Nothing within the contents of this article
+        constitutes to medical advice, this is purely our interpretation of the available information. Further
+        independent research is highly advised.</em></p>
+<p class="blog-paragraph">Article content last updated: October 2024</p>
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app/templates/blogs/Getting a shared care agreement from your GP.html

@@ -20,8 +20,8 @@ <h3 class="blog-header">What you’ll need</h3>
 <p class="blog-paragraph">These are the two documents that you would get after going through the NHS GIC pathway that
     enable a GP to prescribe, you’re just choosing to obtain these privately.</p>
 <p class="blog-paragraph">You can get these letters through a private gender service, check out an overview of some
-    private services at <a href="https://genderkit.org.uk/resources/gender-services/">this resource from gender
-        construction kit</a>.</p>
+    private services at <a href="https://transactual.org.uk/medical-transition/private-care/">this resource from
+        TransActual</a>.</p>
 <p class="blog-paragraph">A lot of GPs will only work with providers who are UK based and GMC registered.</p>
 <p class="blog-paragraph">If you need clarification on whether a service meets this criteria, you can contact them
     directly, or using <a href="https://www.transinformed.co.uk/">our document generation service</a> by selecting the
@@ -54,9 +54,12 @@ <h3 class="blog-header">What to do if your GP refuses to help</h3>
 <p class="blog-paragraph">If your GP has been discriminatory or for any reason you feel a formal complaint should be
     made, the NHS provide<a href="https://www.nhs.uk/using-the-nhs/about-the-nhs/how-to-complain-to-the-nhs/"> this
         guidance on filing a complaint</a>.</p>
-<em class="blog-disclaimer">Disclaimer: Nothing within the contents of this article
-    constitutes to medical advice, this is purely our interpretation of the available information. Further
-    independent research is highly advised.</em>
+<p class="blog-paragraph">TransActual are collecting data on refusals, <a
+        href="https://form.typeform.com/to/WRkLDUl3">report your experience here</a>.</p>
+<p class="blog-paragraph"><em class="blog-disclaimer">Disclaimer: Nothing within the contents of this article
+        constitutes to medical advice, this is purely our interpretation of the available information. Further
+        independent research is highly advised.</em></p>
+<p class="blog-paragraph">Article content last updated: October 2024</p>
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app/templates/blogs/The dangers of the Gender Experience Summary.html

@@ -9,11 +9,6 @@
             href="https://unsplash.com/@kindandcurious?utm_source=medium&amp;utm_medium=referral">Kind and Curious</a>
         on <a href="https://unsplash.com?utm_source=medium&amp;utm_medium=referral">Unsplash</a></figcaption>
 </figure>
-<p class="blog-paragraph">As of writing, the <a href="https://goodlawproject.org/crowdfunder/nhs-cyp-guidance/">good law
-        project is currently fundraising</a> pertaining to a leaked NHS England document, which seems to confirm our
-    fears around the GES, check out <a
-        href="https://www.wearequeeraf.com/nhs-england-to-tell-transgender-children-to-medically-detransition-or-face-safeguarding-referrals/">this
-        article from QueerAF</a> for more info.</p>
 <p class="blog-paragraph">The Gender Experience Summary (GES) form is an <strong>optional </strong>form given by <a
         href="https://www.ardengemcsu.nhs.uk/services/clinical-support/national-referral-support-service-for-the-nhs-gender-incongruence-service-for-children-and-young-people/">NHS
         Arden and GEM NRSS</a> upon referral to youth gender services in England &amp; Wales, taken from their FAQ:</p>
@@ -59,7 +54,7 @@ <h3 class="blog-header">A lack of information, an abundance of uncertainty</h3>
 <em class="blog-disclaimer">Disclaimer: Nothing within the contents of this article
     constitutes to medical advice, this is purely our interpretation of the available information. Further
     independent research is highly advised.</em>
-<p class="blog-paragraph">Article content last updated: May 2024</p>
+<p class="blog-paragraph">Article content last updated: October 2024</p>
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