“You can always count on Americans to do the right thing—after they’ve tried everything else.” Attributed to Winston Churchill 1874-1965
It is unclear if Winston Churchill actually ever said this, though there are a number of versions (all attributed to him) on the Internet. Nevertheless, as a student of American history the truth of this comment resonates with me. Particularly in light of the recent American healthcare reform bill debate. 

WASHINGTON, DC—This year marks the 20th anniversary of the start of deployment for Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm Full Article

WASHINGTON, DC—A Senate panel voiced concern last month of an apparent increase in prescription drug use in the military. Full Article

BETHESDA, MD—An experimental drug that boosts production of the immune system protein interferon worsens tuberculosis in mice, Full Article

WASHINGTON, DC—If there is one message that Navy Lt Cdr William J Hughes IV would like to get across, it is that stability operations in the US military are to be given priority comparable to combat operations. Full Article

WASHINGTON, DC—It is okay to admit a mistake. In fact, Air Force Col Christian Benjamin, commander of the 99th Medical Group at Nellis Air Force Base, Full Article

WASHINGTON, DC—DoD health officials told a House subcommittee that the president’s proposed $50.7 billion for the FY 2011 budget Full Article

WASHINGTON, DC—In order for VA to restructure itself to serve the needs of veterans in the 21st century, it must find ways to standardize and centralize Full Article

WASHINGTON, DC—Members of a House subcommittee told DoD health officials that they are frustrated that DoD’s progress has been slow Full Article

WASHINGTON, DC—The passage of health care reform in March will benefit American Indians and Alaska Natives Full Article