Government and Regulations
News
FDA overlooked red flags in esketamine testing
Though esketamine was greeted with public applause, some deep misgivings were expressed during its advisory committee meeting and in the FDA...
Government and Regulations
VA Rolls Out New and Improved Veterans Community Care Program
This new “landmark initiative” gives veterans more flexibility in their health care preferences and improves the quality of care.
Program Profile
Occupational Hazard: Disruptive Behavior in Patients
Accurate reporting of disruptive behavior enables the development of strategies that provide for the safe delivery of health...
Commentary
2019 Legislative Goals: Implementation of VA Mission Act Top Priority
Teresa Morris
As nurses who are often the first face that a veteran sees, members of NOVA (Nurses...
Commentary
Revering Furry Valor
News
NIH Program Enhances Diversity Among Researchers
The new NIH program will provide scholars with monetary and professional support for up to 4 years.
News
VA Reaches Milestone in Digitizing Claims Process
The new electronic claims process creates a more efficient and easier veteran experience.
Government and Regulations
DoD and VA Sign Commitment to “Seamlessly” Sharing EHRs
The VA and DoD are rolling out a new electronic health records system that will allow the 2 departments to share patient data...
News
Breaking News: Trump Upends Federal Pay for 2019
President Donald Trump has signaled that he wants to ignore federal pay raise mandates.
News
VA Nursing Homes Superior to Private-Sector
Extending an “unprecedented 18-month record of transparency disclosures,” the VA released its annual nursing home ratings for...