01/05/2026
🩺 𝗗𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲 — 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟱, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲
P𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝗣𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲
🇺🇸 National Updates
1️⃣ CDC reports influenza activity remains elevated nationwide, with increased hospitalizations among adults 65+ and patients with chronic heart and lung disease.
2️⃣ CMS emphasizes January as a key period for preventive care, including Annual Wellness Visits and chronic care management under 2026 rules.
🇨🇱 Texas Updates
1️⃣ Texas health officials note higher volumes of post-holiday visits for respiratory infections, sinusitis, and pneumonia.
2️⃣ North Texas clinics are seeing increased demand for diabetes and hypertension follow-ups after year-end gaps.
🌍 Global Health Alerts
1️⃣ WHO reports continued seasonal influenza circulation across the Northern Hemisphere.
2️⃣ Europe continues to report norovirus activity associated with winter indoor gatherings.
👩⚕️ Clinical Tips for Providers
* Prioritize AWVs, vaccinations, and chronic disease optimization early in the year.
* Encourage early evaluation for persistent cough, fever, or shortness of breath to prevent complications.
