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FEMA and HHS urge the nation to practice and prepare for national disasters

FEMA and HHS urge the nation to practice and prepare for national disasters

by Taryn Galbreath | May 1, 2014 | Health, Topics

WASHINGTON — As the Federal Emergency Management Agency launches its’ First National Day of Action to prepare for natural disasters the Dept. of Human and Health Services encourages people to think specifically about health preparedness and created a video...
World Immunization Week: some desperate for vaccines, others question their value

World Immunization Week: some desperate for vaccines, others question their value

by Taryn Galbreath | Apr 24, 2014 | Health

WASHINGTON — World Immunization week is underway in an effort to increase awareness of the importance of immunizations, but it comes in the midst of questions as to whether suspected hazards outweigh benefits. Many Americans take the inoculations for granted,...
Soldier Ride 2014 honors Wounded Warriors and highlights VA budget benefits

Soldier Ride 2014 honors Wounded Warriors and highlights VA budget benefits

by Taryn Galbreath | Apr 21, 2014 | Health

WASHINGTON — The eighth Wounded Warrior Project, Soldier Ride attracted more than 100 service members, and gave the President a special opportunity to show his appreciation for Veterans. Veteran Affairs Secretary, Gen. Eric Shinseki praised President Barack...

Civilian practitioners prepare for health needs as troops come home

by Taryn Galbreath | Apr 17, 2014 | Health

WASHINGTON – In the aftermath of wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, more private mental health care providers are treating returning service members and veterans, but they need special training to be better equipped to deal with the unique issues of the war veterans....
Doctors warn Congress of primary care “crisis”

Doctors warn Congress of primary care “crisis”

by Emily Nelson | Apr 16, 2014 | Health

Primary care doctors from across the nation encourage Congress to implement solutions at a House hearing to ensure patients get access to basic medical care.

House Democrats release their budget to answer Ryan plan that they say hurts seniors; Iowa lawmakers weigh in

by Taryn Galbreath | Apr 8, 2014 | Health, Topics

WASHINGTON – House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi said Monday that the Republicans’ budget proposal would hurt seniors and Iowa Democrats joined her criticism, saying seniors should not have to pay more for health care. House Budget Committee Chairman Paul Ryan...
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