The $5 million for commission operations would be shifted to homeless veterans support programs instead. The 60-year-old had received treatment for a heart ailment just a few months earlier at the Florida VA hospital. A total of 1,200 Guard members will be deployed to more than 50 hospitals across the state, KATU-TV reported. The Hire Veteran Health Heroes Act would create a path for departing military health care workers to be employed in VA hosptials. While some VA facilities offer top-notch care in certain fields, too many far underperform their local competitors. By Darin Selnick
3 years ago Department leaders are expected to announce the names of the new Asset and Infrastructure Review commissioners later this month. VA officials estimate 10 to 15 facilities could be completely replaced under spending plans outlined in the package. Military personnel from the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy and U.S. Air Force are being sent to three hospitals in Texas to support efforts to combat the coronavirus and those suffering COVID-19. The military has spent millions assisting with COVID-19 relief efforts in countries including Iraq, Syria, Ghana, and Indonesia. By Harm Venhuizen
4 years ago Nearly 1,900 VA patients have died from the illness since the start of March. Load More