VA facilities struggle to staff mental health, nursing, safety positions, watchdog findsMore than half of the Department of Veterans Affairs medical centers have reported severe staffing shortages, the Office of Inspector General finds. By Patricia Kime2 days ago
Jonny Kim’s resume already lists Navy SEAL, astronaut, doctor. He’s now returning to active duty.After almost a decade of working at NASA, Jonny Kim will return to active duty for the U.S. Navy, where he previously served as a SEAL.By Riley Ceder3 weeks ago
Major VA study to examine effectiveness of psilocybin on depression, PTSDThe VA is launching a study on the safety and effectiveness of psilocybin — magic mushrooms — for treating major depressive disorder.By Patricia Kime6 weeks ago
VA medical center, clinics in Spokane evacuated for wildfireThree fires near Spokane, Washington, have destroyed 600 buildings and burned 8,000 acres.By Patricia Kime6 weeks ago
Texas joint base medical barracks to be demolished, forcing the relocation of enlisted studentsOver 5,000 enlisted medical students at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston are being relocated as their barracks face demolishment due to mold and foundational issues.By Cristina Stassis8 weeks ago
Air Force medical commander removed from post at Virginia baseCol. Tracy Allen was removed as the commander of the 633rd Medical Group at Joint Base Langley-Eustis on Tuesday.By Cristina Stassis3 months ago
