The VA tends to be ahead of the curve in the use of these compared to a civilian population
Bernie Sanders: “The VA tends to be ahead of the curve in the use of these compared to a civilian population”
On the recordMay 8, 2013
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congress.govEditor's note · Context
Senator Sanders highlights the VA's progressive use of alternative treatments compared to civilian healthcare.
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