Roswell Hearing Highlights VA Care Gaps Rural Veterans Face
Roswell field hearing heard veterans like Jimmy Montoya and John Hernandez urge faster solutions and direct access to specialists. Veterans advocate John Taylor warned that rural New Mexico delays are worse, while Lovelace Regional Hospital Roswell CEO Dawn Tschabrun touted a VA funded pilot allowing local care with five day appointments. VA officials acknowledged access challenges and discussed expanding local care while stressing a culture of in house treatment.
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Veteran challenges employer limits on medical marijuana
A military veteran named Smith with PTSD argues employers cannot bar use of state legal medical cannabis. She and her attorney contend adult workers should access treatment allowed by state law without discrimination for holding medical marijuana licenses.
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New Mexico Pioneered Medical Marijuana Program in 2007
Williams notes New Mexico began the first legal production and distribution system in 2007 and served as a model for others. Legal experts warn employers misinterpret rules about medical cannabis. federal illegality complicates workplace policies despite state practices. Courts largely support employers while advocates seek clarification.
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Heinrich staff to hold mobile office hours in Fort Sumner
U S Senator Martin Heinrich staff hold mobile office hours in Fort Sumner on Aug 13 from 1 30 to 3 p m at the De Baca Family Practice Clinic Conference Room 546 N 10th Street. Staff assist residents with Social Security Medicare immigration veterans benefits student loans and other federal programs. Call 575 622 7113 for details or visit the online office.
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