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Children’s Hospital Colorado Pauses Gender Care For Trans Youths, Again

January 5, 2026 Morning Briefing

The hospital confirmed the suspension of gender-affirming care for people younger than 18 on Friday, in the wake of a new federal investigation. The previous suspension was in early 2025, when the Trump administration threatened to pull federal funding. More news comes out of Texas, Minnesota, Illinois, North Carolina, and Iowa.

Scientists Find Possible Biomarker That Could Help Diagnose Progressive MS

January 5, 2026 Morning Briefing

Researchers from the University of Toronto say the potential biomarker could also help identify the most beneficial medications. Plus: There might soon be medications to help lower levels of lipoprotein(a), a genetic disorder that greatly raises a person’s risk for heart attacks or stroke.

Morning Briefing for Monday, January 5, 2026

January 5, 2026 Morning Briefing

All 50 States Receive Large Chunks Of $50B Rural Health Fund, With Caveats

January 5, 2026 Morning Briefing

Texas received the most ($2.8 million for fiscal year 2026), while New Jersey received the least ($1.5 million for 2026). Even so, the funds can be clawed back if states don’t implement changes according to Trump administration priorities. And some states, such as Vermont, worry that the funds won’t make up for what they’re losing in Medicaid funding cuts from the Big Beautiful Bill.

GOP To Face Expired ACA Subsidies Fallout On Return To Capitol Hill

January 5, 2026 Morning Briefing

Republican lawmakers are still split over whether to extend the subsidies as the Senate returns from the holiday break, while some Democrats are calling for another shutdown if no compromise can be settled on the Affordable Care Act issue. More news looks at issues central to the congressional midterm elections.

CMS To States: You Don’t Have To Report Childhood Vax Levels Anymore

January 5, 2026 Morning Briefing

A Dec. 30 letter from CMS says states are no longer required to report the percentage of patients on Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Plan who are immunized. Also: Canadian officials warn that American health and science institutions may no longer be dependable for accurate information, especially regarding vaccinations.

Court-Restored NIH Research Grants Will Be Short-Lived, Director Says

January 5, 2026 Morning Briefing

Although the Trump administration will comply with directives to fund DEI-related grants that had already been awarded, NIH Director Jay Bhattacharya says the U.S. does not intend to renew grants that “no longer meet NIH priorities.” Plus, news about drug smuggling, mifepristone, and more.

First Edition: Monday, Jan. 5, 2026

January 5, 2026 Morning Briefing

Today’s early morning highlights from the major news organizations.

To Knock Down Health-System Hurdles Between You and HIV Prevention, Try These 6 Things

By Zach Dyer Illustrations by Oona Zenda January 5, 2026 ��ýҕ�l Health News Original

It’s been more than 10 years since the FDA first approved an HIV prevention drug. Today, people who could benefit from preexposure prophylaxis often struggle to access the lifesaving medicine or run into doctors without the education or empathy to offer affirming care. And those lapses can produce billing headaches.

Iowa Doesn’t Have Enough OB-GYNs. The State’s Abortion Ban Might Be Making It Worse.

By Natalie Krebs, Iowa Public Radio January 5, 2026 ��ýҕ�l Health News Original

Abortion bans like Iowa’s have put OB-GYNs under increasing strain and surveillance, complicating the standard medical treatments for miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, premature membrane rupture, and other pregnancy problems. As many rural areas face worsening maternity care deserts, some physicians fear these laws could drive much-needed doctors out of state and dissuade others from moving in and establishing a practice.

Advertisements Promising Patients a ‘Dream Body’ With Minimal Risk Get Little Scrutiny

By Fred Schulte December 31, 2025 ��ýҕ�l Health News Original

While federal officials say they are cracking down on misleading drug ads, cosmetic surgery remains a “buyer beware” market.

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