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Children’s Hospital Halts Gender-Affirming Care Amid Federal Pressure

1/6/2026

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Children’s Hospital Colorado and Denver Health paused gender-affirming care for patients under 18 amid federal pressure and funding risks.
Nearly half of the hospitals’ patients are on Medicaid.
Legal experts argue the pause is discriminatory.
Advocates warn of potential harm to patient-provider relationships and mental health.
The hospitals will continue to provide supportive services during the pause.

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Story summary

Children’s Hospital Colorado and Denver Health paused gender-affirming care for patients under 18 amid federal pressure and funding risks.
Nearly half of the hospitals’ patients are on Medicaid.
Legal experts argue the pause is discriminatory.
Advocates warn of potential harm to patient-provider relationships and mental health.
The hospitals will continue to provide supportive services during the pause.