PINCKNEYVILLE Council approves interim police chief
Pinckneyville officials approve interim police chief, while chemicals the public may encounter are discussed as a local concern. Commissioner Ruben Davis opposes the appointment and a permanent chief search committee. Day will remain employed until April 28 with potential offers from other departments.
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VA leadership vows to fix problems at Marion hospital
A detailed inspector general report lists four problem areas quality management credentialing privileging and leadership at the Marion VA Medical Center. Investigators faulted improper care reviews delayed credential checks and surgeries beyond staff capability. VA officers say changes are needed before complex procedures resume and apologized to patients families and veterans. A toll free line 1 800 983 0932 was set for questions.
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Substandard care linked to nineteen deaths at Marion VA hospital
A federal investigation found nineteen deaths tied to substandard care at Marion VA Medical Center. The report cites disarray in surgical care, delayed transfusions, inadequate intraoperative and postoperative care, and poor management across several cases. Nonfatal complications and lapses in follow up and credentialing were also noted.
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