Puerto Rico may not be able to care for all its veterans if another devastating hurricane or disaster strikes the island again, according to a congressional report.
Puerto Rico may not be able to care for all its veterans if another devastating hurricane or disaster strikes the island again, according to a congressional report obtained by NBC News.
It also does not maintain updated, consistent communication with thousands of vulnerable veterans who could be stranded in the event of a natural disaster, among other concerns, the report reveals.Rep. Mark Takano, D-Calif., speaks during a press conference on Capitol Hill on Nov. 16, 2017.
However, the report raises concerns that there are not enough staff members at the facility to get the job done and accurately account for all high-risk veterans. Torres-Sabater said that after Maria,"we never closed the hospital. We were able to provide support.” The House committee received reports of veterans battling cancer being discharged by the VA hospital into homes that had no water or electricity. In one case, a veteran died 10 days after being released. Other reports include substantial barriers preventing veterans from accessing medical supplies and prescriptions necessary for their well-being.
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