National Commission Responsible for Integral Care Approved for Cuba's Trans-sexuals

"This resolution establishes all of the aspects of care for transsexuals, including the operation for those who qualify and are interested, because not all transsexuals want the surgery," said the sexologist.

The functions of the National Commission include drafting, implementing and coordinating the national policy on integral care for transsexuals, approving gender reassignment surgery on a case-by-case basis, promoting research and advising the Public Health Ministry on policy-making questions.

The new centre, meanwhile, will provide integral care, including pre and post-op interviews, diagnosis, treatment and follow-up for transsexuals undergoing sex change surgery as well as those who only receive hormonal treatment.