David Shulkin: “There should be no doubt how a veteran gets help when they are in crisis.”

Slowing down and pausing to see what the consequences are, even if they are unintended consequences, is important to do.

I believe that this was essential travel.

I think you are absolutely correct. It is why we have had a 90-percent reduction on new starts in opioids because we are using a different approach.

Delays, as you know, can prevent a veteran who may be ready to confront addiction from actually seeking treatment.