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health-politics1 year ago

"Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin Discharged from Hospital After Latest Stay"

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has been released from Walter Reed National Military Medical Center after being admitted for a bladder issue related to his December 2023 prostate cancer surgery. His hospitalization and its disclosure have raised concerns, as in January, the White House and the public were kept unaware of his stay for days. Austin will be working remotely while recovering and has full access to classified and unclassified communication systems to fulfill his duties.

via POLITICO|
#health-politics#hospitalization#lloyd-austin
health-politics1 year ago

"Pentagon Chief Lloyd Austin Released from Hospital After Cancer Surgery"

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has been discharged from the hospital after a second stay since his surgery for prostate cancer. He has resumed his full duties and will work from home before returning to the Pentagon later this week. His recent hospitalization was due to a bladder issue related to the surgery, and his doctors have stated that it will not affect his cancer prognosis. Austin is expected to host a virtual meeting for military aid to Ukraine and will be represented by the U.S. ambassador to NATO in Brussels.

via NPR|
#health-politics#lloyd-austin#pentagon
health-politics1 year ago

"Defense Secretary Austin Hospitalized for Bladder Issue, Transfers Duties to Deputy"

Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin was transferred to the critical care unit at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center for supportive care and close monitoring after being hospitalized for symptoms suggesting an emergent bladder issue. His powers have been temporarily transferred to Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks, and it is unclear how long he will remain hospitalized. This comes after a previous hospitalization for prostate cancer treatment, during which the White House and public were not informed in a timely manner, leading to an apology from Austin.

via Fox News|
#bladder-issue#critical-care-unit#defense-secretary-austin
health1 year ago

"Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin Hospitalized Again for Bladder Issue, Transfers Duties to Deputy"

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III was admitted to the critical care unit at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center for supportive care and close monitoring due to symptoms suggesting an emergent bladder issue. His cancer prognosis remains excellent, and updates on his condition will be provided as soon as possible.

via Department of Defense|
#bladder-issue#critical-care#health
health-government1 year ago

"Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin Hospitalized for Prostate Cancer Treatment and Emergent Bladder Issue, Pentagon Confirms"

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III was transported to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center for symptoms suggesting an emergent bladder issue. He is retaining the functions and duties of his office, with the Deputy Secretary prepared to assume them if required. Updates on his condition will be provided as soon as possible.

via Department of Defense|
#deputy-secretary-of-defense#health-government#medical-emergency
government2 years ago

"Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin Recovering at Home After Hospital Release for Prostate Cancer Surgery Complications"

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III expresses gratitude for the care received at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, thanks the medical staff, and acknowledges well wishes for a speedy recovery as he continues to recuperate and perform duties from home, aiming to return to the Pentagon as soon as possible.

via Department of Defense|
#government#lloyd-j-austin-iii#pentagon
health2 years ago

"Controversy Surrounds Defense Secretary Austin's Prostate Cancer Treatment"

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin underwent a minimally invasive surgical procedure called a prostatectomy to treat prostate cancer, which was discovered in early December. The Pentagon had not previously disclosed the surgery and did not alert the White House to it. Austin was also hospitalized for complications including a urinary tract infection, which was not disclosed until recently. Pentagon spokesman Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder stated that the situation was "deeply personal" and wished the secretary a speedy recovery.

via CNN|
#health#lloyd-austin#pentagon
health2 years ago

"Concerns Mount Over Defense Secretary Austin's Health as Fallout Grows"

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III is recovering well and in good spirits at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, where he remains hospitalized. He has resumed his duties, received operational updates, and provided guidance to his team. Austin has full access to secure communications and continues to monitor the Department of Defense's operations worldwide. While there is no specific release date, updates on his status will be provided as they become available.

via Department of Defense|
#health#operational-updates#pentagon
politics2 years ago

GOP lawmakers criticize Walter Reed's treatment of Catholic priests during Holy Week.

Two dozen Republican lawmakers are demanding answers from the Pentagon after Walter Reed National Military Medical Center sent a "cease and desist" letter to Catholic priests to stop providing care during Holy Week, slamming the move as a violation of the First Amendment. The lawmakers are demanding answers from Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on why the Biden administration sent the "cease and desist" letter and why the administration chose to "terminate the contact" with the Holy Name College Friary. The Defense Health Agency told Fox News Digital that there "was no cancelation of Catholic services at Walter Reed, especially during Holy Week."

via Fox News|
#catholic-priests#first-amendment#holy-week
health2 years ago

Senator John Fetterman's Candid Discussion on Mental Health and Recovery

Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., spoke about his mental health and recovery from depression during a recent interview with CBS News. Fetterman, who suffered a stroke ahead of Election Day and checked himself into Walter Reed for depression in mid-February, said he will be going home in remission with his depression. He explained how depression can convince you that you lost, even when you objectively won, and how he had stopped leaving his bed, eating, and engaging in things he loved. Fetterman's doctors at Walter Reed also discovered a serious hearing deficit further complicating how his brain processes spoken language.

via Fox News|
#depression#health#john-fetterman
health2 years ago

Sen. John Fetterman discusses mental health struggles and recovery.

Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., spoke about his mental health and recovery from depression during a recent interview with CBS News. Fetterman, who suffered a stroke ahead of Election Day and checked himself into Walter Reed for depression in mid-February, said he will be going home in remission with his depression. He explained how depression can convince you that you lost, even when you objectively won, and how he had stopped leaving his bed, eating, and engaging in things he loved. Fetterman's doctors at Walter Reed also discovered a serious hearing deficit further complicating how his brain processes spoken language.

via Fox News|
#depression#health#john-fetterman
health2 years ago

PA Senator Fetterman's Depression in Remission, Discharged from Hospital

Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman has left Walter Reed National Military Medical Center after six weeks of inpatient treatment for clinical depression, with his depression "in remission." Fetterman's depression was treated with medication, and he is wearing hearing aids for hearing loss. Fetterman had a stroke last May and is still recovering from its aftereffects. He plans to return to the Senate when the chamber resumes session in mid-April.

via The Associated Press|
#depression#health#hearing-loss
health2 years ago

Senator John Fetterman's Depression in Remission, Discharged from Hospital

Senator John Fetterman has left Walter Reed National Military Medical Center after six weeks of inpatient treatment for clinical depression, with his depression "in remission". His depression was treated with medication and he is wearing hearing aids for hearing loss. Fetterman, who won last fall's most expensive Senate contest, suffered a stroke last year and is still recovering. He plans to return to the Senate when the chamber resumes session in mid-April.

via The Guardian US|
#depression#health#john-fetterman
health2 years ago

Senator John Fetterman's Depression in Remission, Discharged from Walter Reed

Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman has left Walter Reed National Military Medical Center after six weeks of inpatient treatment for clinical depression, with his depression "in remission." Fetterman's depression was treated with medication, and he is wearing hearing aids for hearing loss. Fetterman had a stroke last May and is still recovering from its aftereffects. He plans to return to the Senate when the chamber resumes session in mid-April.

via ABC News|
#depression#health#hearing-loss
health2 years ago

Sen. John Fetterman released from hospital after depression treatment.

Senator John Fetterman has been discharged from Walter Reed National Military Medical Center after receiving treatment for clinical depression since mid-February. Fetterman's depression is now in remission, according to his neuropsychiatry chief and medical director. He plans to spend time with his family and constituents for the next two weeks before returning to Washington, D.C. when the Senate is back in session on April 17. Fetterman expressed gratitude for the team at Walter Reed and encouraged those who need help to seek treatment.

via NBC News|
#clinical-depression#health#john-fetterman