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The US defense secretary's hospitalization was kept secret for longer than previously known, with even top officials like the deputy defense secretary being unaware for days.

The Pentagon released new details on Sunday about Austin's hospitalization, revealing that he had an initial medical procedure on December 22 and was admitted to intensive care on January 1. [ more ]

The Pentagon is facing scrutiny for not notifying senior Biden administration officials and Congress about Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III's hospitalization.

Former Vice President Mike Pence called the delay in disclosing Austin's hospitalization a dereliction of duty. [ more ]

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's hospitalization was kept secret from key decision-makers, including President Joe Biden, reflecting a lack of transparency.

Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks was not notified of Austin's hospitalization until Thursday and began assuming some of his duties. [ more ]

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's hospitalization was kept secret, even from Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks.

Biden administration officials were unaware of Austin's condition for more than three days. [ more ]

The Pentagon took three and a half days to inform the White House about Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III's hospitalization following a medical procedure.

The delayed notification by the Pentagon has baffled officials and raised concerns about transparency and communication within the government. [ more ]

US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin takes responsibility for lack of transparency regarding his hospitalization for a still-unspecified medical condition.

Senior Biden administration leaders and top Pentagon officials were unaware of Austin's hospitalization for several days. [ more ]

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin underwent a medical procedure on December 22 and was admitted to intensive care on January 1 due to severe pain.

The Pentagon's failure to disclose Austin's hospitalization for several days reflects a lack of transparency and raises concerns about national security. [ more ]

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin underwent a medical procedure on December 22 and was admitted to intensive care on January 1 due to severe pain.

The Pentagon's failure to disclose Austin's hospitalization for several days reflects a lack of transparency and raises concerns about national security. [ more ]

Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin is facing criticism from members of Congress over the secrecy surrounding his recent hospitalization.

Congressional leaders from both parties are calling for Austin to provide more information about the incident. [ more ]

Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin was hospitalized following complications from an 'elective procedure.'

There is speculation about why Austin did not inform President Biden and National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan about his hospitalization. [ more ]

Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin was hospitalized and spent time in intensive care

He has now resumed his full duties while still in the hospital [ more ]

US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has been hospitalized due to complications following a minor elective medical procedure.

Austin's absence was not made public initially due to privacy and medical issues. [ more ]

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has been hospitalized since Monday due to complications from a minor medical procedure.

Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks was prepared to act as Secretary in Austin's absence. [ more ]

Hospitals are reinstating mask mandates due to the spread of the highly contagious COVID-19 variant known as JN.1.

Confirmed flu cases are increasing alongside COVID-19 infections. [ more ]

Hospitals are reinstating mask mandates due to the spread of the highly contagious COVID-19 variant known as JN.1.

Confirmed flu cases are increasing alongside COVID-19 infections. [ more ]

More U.S. hospitals are requiring masks and limiting visitors in anticipation of a post-holiday spike in flu, COVID-19, and other illnesses.

Flu and COVID-19 cases may peak by the end of January and then drop, with this year's flu strain causing fewer deaths and hospitalizations compared to previous strains. [ more ]

More U.S. hospitals are requiring masks and limiting visitors in anticipation of a post-holiday spike in flu, COVID-19, and other illnesses.

Flu and COVID-19 cases may peak by the end of January and then drop, with this year's flu strain causing fewer deaths and hospitalizations compared to previous strains. [ more ]

Mask mandates are back in New York City hospitals and health facilities due to increased COVID and flu cases.

The requirement applies to all 11 hospitals under NYC Health and Hospitals and went into effect just after Christmas. [ more ]

Mask mandates are back in New York City hospitals and health facilities due to increased COVID and flu cases.

The requirement applies to all 11 hospitals under NYC Health and Hospitals and went into effect just after Christmas. [ more ]

A man in his 20s was stabbed in Thamesmead.

The man was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. [ more ]

Two people were stabbed and taken to the hospital in Erith.

The suspect or suspects are still at large and police are urgently searching for them. [ more ]

Santa Clara County is experiencing a surge in respiratory illnesses like COVID, influenza, and RSV.

COVID hospitalizations in the county have reached similar numbers compared to last winter. [ more ]

Santa Clara County is experiencing a surge in respiratory illnesses like COVID, influenza, and RSV.

COVID hospitalizations in the county have reached similar numbers compared to last winter. [ more ]

More U.S. hospitals are requiring masks and limiting visitors due to an expected post-holiday spike in flu, COVID-19, and other illnesses.

Flu and COVID-19 cases may peak by the end of the month and then drop, with current flu vaccines being well-matched to the strain. [ more ]

More U.S. hospitals are requiring masks and limiting visitors due to an expected post-holiday spike in flu, COVID-19, and other illnesses.

Flu and COVID-19 cases may peak by the end of the month and then drop, with current flu vaccines being well-matched to the strain. [ more ]

Surge in cases of RSV and flu among kids

Hospitals dealing with a surge and lack of beds [ more ]

Medical devices in hospitals and patients' homes are potential targets for hackers due to vulnerabilities and outdated software.

Government watchdogs have called for improved coordination on the cybersecurity of medical devices. [ more ]

Medical devices in hospitals and patients' homes are potential targets for hackers due to vulnerabilities and outdated software.

Government watchdogs have called for improved coordination on the cybersecurity of medical devices. [ more ]

Medical devices in hospitals and patients' homes are potential targets for hackers due to vulnerabilities and outdated software.

Government watchdogs have called for improved coordination on the cybersecurity of medical devices. [ more ]

A woman was taken to the hospital after a tree fell on a car during Storm Henk in Eltham.

The incident happened in Court Road at around 3.20pm on January 2. [ more ]

One person injured in a two-vehicle crash in Eltham

The person's injuries were assessed as not life-threatening [ more ]

The New York City public hospital system is reinstating mask requirements in response to a rise in COVID and other respiratory illnesses.

The mask requirement applies to anyone entering New York H+H hospitals, community health centers, and nursing homes. [ more ]

The New York City public hospital system is reinstating mask requirements in response to a rise in COVID and other respiratory illnesses.

The mask requirement applies to anyone entering New York H+H hospitals, community health centers, and nursing homes. [ more ]

The first baby of 2024 was born at NYC Health + Hospitals/South Brooklyn Health.

The baby boy is the fifth first baby of the New Year for the hospital in a row. [ more ]

California hospitals are seeing an increase in COVID-19 and flu patients, some of whom have both viruses simultaneously.

The simultaneous presence of multiple respiratory viruses is causing increased strain on hospitals during an already busy season. [ more ]

California hospitals are seeing an increase in COVID-19 and flu patients, some of whom have both viruses simultaneously.

The simultaneous presence of multiple respiratory viruses is causing increased strain on hospitals during an already busy season. [ more ]

California hospitals are seeing an increase in COVID-19 and flu patients, some of whom have both viruses simultaneously.

The simultaneous presence of multiple respiratory viruses is causing increased strain on hospitals during an already busy season. [ more ]