The White House has released its latest list of nominees for federal government posts and it includes several Virginians. State Republican Party Chair Richard Anderson has been nominated for Assistant Secretary of the Air Force. Media Research Center founder Leo Brent Bozell the Third has been nominated to become CEO of the U.S. Agency for Global Media. Attorney Jonathan Brightbill has been nominated to be general counsel at the Department of Energy, while Leah Campos has been nominated to become Ambassador to the Dominican Republic. All the nominations must be approved by the Senate.
The University of Virginia being praised by State officials after its decided to dissolve its Division for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.Preview: A new study at the University of Virginia may help doctors trying to treat chronic lung problems. Researchers at the UVA School of Medicine were looking into the impact that COVID-19 has on lung tissue. They found that viral infections can keep cells from repairing damage to that tissue. They also found that an FDA-approved drug called sodium phenylbutyrate [[ fee-nil-BYOO-tuh-rayt ]] can help support those cells and aid in repairing lung damage. Researchers hope their findings will help with treating chronic lung issues, especially in those suffering from long COVID.
The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society has introduced a new program called "First Year Focus" to support the mental and physical health of expectant and new mothers in the military. The program aims to address maternal mental health conditions, which affect one in three military mothers, according to the Washington Examiner.