Fenway Health, a cornerstone of Boston’s LGBTQ+ community, announced Monday that it will stop providing gender-affirming care for patients under 19 — a decision the clinic says comes in response to new federal requirements tied to its funding.

The federally qualified health center said it must comply with Health Resources & Services Administration regulations to maintain support for its more than 30,000 patients. Fenway Health emphasized that its priority remains the “health, safety, and continuity of care” for those affected.

The decision by the clinic comes after the HRSA released a statement in September saying it is no longer prioritizing funding for programs that engage in gender-affirming care, including medical interventions such as puberty blockers, hormones, and surgeries.

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