Supported the continuation of grant programs for homeless veterans, including those with special needs such as women, the elderly, and the terminally ill.
Approximately of these cycles were delayed, with an average delay of 17 days.
The study highlighted that while chemotherapy delays are common, they are often multifactorial and require further research into preventable measures to improve patient outcomes. 113175
Researchers analyzed a database of over 47,000 cancer patients to understand why chemotherapy cycles are often delayed and what the clinical outcomes are. Key Findings:
It amended Section 402 to allow VA provision of Military Sexual Trauma (MST) related care to active-duty service members without requiring a TRICARE referral. Supported the continuation of grant programs for homeless
Public Law 113-175, also known as the was enacted on September 26, 2014. Its primary purpose was to extend various legal authorities and programs managed by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs that were otherwise set to expire. Key Provisions & Extensions:
Extended the Assisted Living Pilot Program for veterans with Traumatic Brain Injury through October 2017. Researchers analyzed a database of over 47,000 cancer
Common factors associated with delays included anemia (found in 60% of delayed cases) and thrombocytopenia (62%).