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Impact of Trump Orders on Healthcare
- The Trump administration's executive orders severely disrupted daily life for medical staff and affected gender-affirming care due to federal funding restrictions.
- Hospitals faced legal battles as stopping gender-affirming surgeries threatened their overall funding, highlighting the complex impact on healthcare providers.
US Funding Cuts Devastate Global Health
- US provides 30% of global health funding and dominates HIV/AIDS treatment support, but funding has been halted under Trump's policies.
- The abrupt funding cut and gag rule have paralyzed global programs, leaving many without contact support or clarity on future funding.
Pandemic Treaty Progress Without US
- The US withdrawal from the pandemic treaty process had little effect as Europe and pharma continued to resist vaccine and pathogen sharing.
- Treaty ratification remains long and uncertain, with hopes for future US participation after potential political changes.