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Biden admin unveils new ‘equity’ plan for black vets
WEBThe Biden administration claimed that the VA needs to take additional steps to increase the number of black veterans who receive disability payments in the name of “equity.”. “A higher percentage of Black Veterans currently receive disability compensation benefits than white Veterans for mental health conditions (21.7% vs. 12.7%),” the
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Explosion in Ohio; life-threatening injuries reported
WEBMay 16, 2024 Timothy Frudd. Three individuals were injured in a major explosion at a chemical plant in Macedonia, Ohio, on Wednesday. One of the individuals received “life-threatening injuries” in the explosion. According to Cleveland 19 News, Macedonia Fire Chief Brian Ripley confirmed that Wednesday’s explosion resulted in a …
Feds: Wurtsmith veterans could get cancer, other health problems …
WEBVeterans of the former Wurtsmith Air Force Base in Oscoda from the 1970s, and their families who lived with them on the base, face increased risks of leukemia and other harmful effects from prolonged exposures to toxic volatile organic compounds that were in the now-shuttered base’s water supply at the time, a federal health agency has …
US troops, dependents denied emergency medical care in Japan
WEBThese tragedies are just two of the 24 cases in which active-duty members, dependents, or Department of Defense (DOD) contractors have been denied care in Japanese hospitals in the last 14 months, according to a military investigation. The difficulty for Americans in finding healthcare in Japan is long-standing.
Agreement allows use of VA benefits at Mayo sites
WEBMany military veterans soon will have a new option for seeking medical care, thanks to a recent agreement between Mayo Clinic Health System and the Veterans Administration. The agreement makes it possible for authorizations for care at any of Mayo Clinic Health System’s locations. Effective Saturday, it replaces an interim 2019 …
Pic: Trump releases doctor’s note on his health
WEBAronwald introduced his medical report on the 45th president by noting that he has served as Trump’s personal physician since 2021. Aronwald shared that over the course of his time as Trump’s personal doctor, he has completed multiple “comprehensive examinations” of the 77-year-old Republican presidential candidate, has conducted …
US military's Tricare could soon cover chiropractic and acupuncture
WEBOfficials for the Defense Health Agency (DHA) are set to unveil new coverage terms for Tricare in the coming months that could include chiropractic and acupuncture. A proposal for Tricare’s new coverage terms is expected within the early part of 2020, according to Military.com. Tricare, the healthcare coverage that extends to …
New Yorkers could be detained if deemed 'public health threat' …
WEBFirst introduced in 2015 in response to the Ebola outbreak, the legislation never passed, but Assemblyman N. Nick Perry sponsored the latest version that said if the governor “declares a state of health emergency due to an epidemic of a communicable disease” then state officials can detain those who are already ill or even suspected of …
500+ US gov't scientists are potential Chinese spies; now under
WEBFederal health officials testified to the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee that they are working to combat communist China’s efforts to use American researchers and steal intellectual property, the Washington Times reported.. Michael S. Lauer, M.D. Deputy Director for Extramural Research, National Institutes of …
World War II vets now eligible for free health care
WEBThe United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced Friday that all World War II veterans are now eligible for health care, medical services, and nursing home care at no cost. A VA press release stated, “All WWII Veterans who served between Dec. 7, 1941, and Dec. 31, 1946, are eligible under this expansion, regardless of their
WHO recommends stockpiling radiation drugs for 'nuclear …
WEBThe list was included in a new report updating its 16-year-old guidance for how nations should medically prepare for radiological and nuclear emergencies. In a statement, the WHO said many countries still lack “essential elements” of radiation emergency preparedness.. The updated guidance comes as the world is at greater risk …
Mysterious 'Disease X' to be discussed by world leaders
WEBAccording to the World Economic Forum’s website, the panel of speakers for “Preparing for Disease X” will include WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Brazil Minister of Health Nisia Trindade Lima, Shyam Bishen from the Centre for Health and Healthcare, and multiple healthcare executives.. The summary of the …
Late Army veteran to have Burn Pit bill named in his honor
WEBLate Army veteran to have Burn Pit bill named in his honor. Heath Robinson, of Pickerington, suffered from exposure to toxic smoke from trash-burning pits while serving in the Middle East. He suffered from a rare cancer and died on May 6. His wife, Danielle, is pictured behind him. [Doral Chenoweth III/Dispatch/TNS] May 31, 2020 …
Pentagon gave $37M+ to Chinese Wuhan lab-linked firm: Report
WEBThe Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA), the Pentagon subagency tasked with countering the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction including biological weapons, gave $37.5 million to EcoHealth Alliance, a firm that has provided funding to the Wuhan Institute of Virology (WIV), the Chinese virology lab from which COVID-19 has …
Social media declared a ‘public health hazard’
WEBDuring Wednesday’s State of the City address, Adams criticized social media companies for creating what he described as a “mental health crisis.” “Companies like TikTok, YouTube, and Facebook are fueling a mental health crisis by designing their platforms with addictive and dangerous features,” Adams said.
Dem gun bill mandates psych evaluations for gun owners, family …
WEBAccording to H.R. 127, the “Sabika Sheikh Firearm Licensing and Registration Act” introduced Jan. 4 by Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, individuals seeking a gun license would be required to take part in a psychological evaluation, and anyone who has been hospitalized as a result of mental illness, drug or alcohol abuse, homicidal or suicidal …
US Army now allowing nap time during the day for soldiers who …
WEBA U.S. Army Soldier assigned to the 3rd Battalion, 21st Infantry Regiment, Fort Wainwright, Alaska, takes a much needed nap after participating in a training exercise in the cold and heavy rain during NTC 17-03, National Training Center, Ft. …
Killer' disease spreading at illegal immigrant shelters
WEBFox 32 Chicago reported that while the Chicago Department of Public Health did not reveal the number of confirmed tuberculosis cases or which illegal immigrant shelters were affected by the outbreak, health officials confirmed that a “small number” of tuberculosis cases had been reported at “a few different shelters” as of Wednesday. …
Biden VA plans ban of iconic World War II photo, reverses decision
WEBA copy of the memo announcing the ban of the “V-J Day in Times Square” photograph was posted Tuesday on X, formerly Twitter. In the internal memo, which was distributed on February 29, Assistant Under Secretary for Health for Operations RimaAnn Nelson urged Veterans Affairs employees to “promptly” remove the iconic photo from all …
Biden giving veteran healthcare resources to illegal immigrants
WEBFebruary 14, 2024 Timothy Frudd. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.) recently slammed President Joe Biden for prioritizing individuals who are illegally crossing into the United States over U.S. military veterans by providing healthcare services to illegal immigrants. The Republican senator argued that the Biden administration has created longer
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