{"id":2174474,"date":"2024-02-12T17:26:01","date_gmt":"2024-02-12T22:26:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/doctors-say-def-sec-austin-underwent-non-surgical-procedures-for-bladder-issue\/"},"modified":"2024-02-12T17:28:10","modified_gmt":"2024-02-12T22:28:10","slug":"doctors-say-def-sec-austin-underwent-non-surgical-procedures-for-bladder-issue","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/doctors-say-def-sec-austin-underwent-non-surgical-procedures-for-bladder-issue\/","title":{"rendered":"Def Sec Austin received non-surgical treatment for bladder problem, doctors confirm"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">22<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fdoctors-say-def-sec-austin-underwent-non-surgical-procedures-for-bladder-issue%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2174474&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin&#8217;s Health Update<\/h2>\n<p>Defense Secretary <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dailywire.com\/topic\/lloyd-austin\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lloyd\u2063 Austin<\/a> is on the road to recovery \u2063after receiving \u200btreatment for a bladder issue that required him to\u200c be <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dailywire.com\/news\/defense-secretary-austin-transferred-into-critical-care-transfers-duties-to-deputy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">transferred into critical care<\/a> at a Maryland \u2063hospital. The doctors attending\u200b to Austin have stated that he is\u2063 doing well and his condition \u2064is improving.<\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.defense.gov\/News\/Releases\/Release\/Article\/3674000\/statement-from-walter-reed-military-medical-center-officials-on-secretary-of-de\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">officials<\/a> at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center \u2064have provided \u200dan update on Austin&#8217;s \u2063status. \u200bThey have mentioned that he underwent non-surgical procedures to\u2064 address \u200bhis bladder issue and the prognosis \u200cfor \u2064his \u200brecovery is excellent. They expect him \u2064to resume his normal duties soon and do not anticipate a prolonged hospital stay.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">.<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/PentagonPresSec?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">@PentagonPresSec<\/a> delivers a statement on <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/SecDef?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">@SecDef<\/a> \u2063 Austin&#8217;s hospitalization, transfer of\u200b functions and duties to <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/DepSecDef?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">@DepSecDef<\/a> Kathleen Hicks and that Secretary \u200bAustin \u2062will no\u2063 longer travel \u200cto Brussels this week as originally scheduled. <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/BiZsh5RTMO\">pic.twitter.com\/BiZsh5RTMO<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 \u200bCSPAN (@cspan) \u200d <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/cspan\/status\/1757130467122217366?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">February \u206412, 2024<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Pentagon press \u2062secretary Maj. Gen. Pat \u200dRyder has informed the media that \u2064Austin will not be able to travel to Brussels this\u2064 week due to his health condition. However, he will participate virtually in a\u2064 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dailywire.com\/news\/sec-def-makes-first-public-appearance-since-covert-hospitalization-omits-mention-of-his-health-situation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ukraine\u200d Defense Contact Group discussion<\/a> on Wednesday. \u2062Other \u200bmilitary officials will represent him\u200c in the meetings related to Ukraine and NATO.<\/p>\n<p>Austin, who <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/after-a-year-of-discouraging-domestic-production-biden-now-threatening-oil-companies-to-boost-supply\/\" title=\"After a Year of Discouraging Domestic Production, Biden Now Threatening Oil Companies to Boost Supply\">recently faced criticism<\/a>\u200d for not\u200b disclosing his hospitalization for complications \u2062related to his\u2063 prostate cancer \u200dtreatment, has expressed remorse for the way the situation \u2062was handled.\u200b The Department \u200dof \u2063Defense has\u200c released new guidelines to \u2064enhance transparency when authority is \u2062delegated to a subordinate.\u200d Austin&#8217;s testimony before a House \u200cpanel is scheduled for February 29.<\/p>\n<p>Despite the \u200c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/michael-j-fox-reflects-on-recent-health-setbacks-says-hes-happy-overall\/\" title=\"Michael J. Fox Reflects On Recent Health Setbacks, Says He\u2019s \u2018Happy\u2019 Overall\">recent health setbacks<\/a>, Austin has resumed his duties and returned to\u200c work at the Pentagon. President Joe Biden has shown\u2064 confidence in Austin&#8217;s ability to serve and has not expressed\u2064 any \u200dconcerns about his capacity to fulfill his role as \u200cDefense Secretary.<\/p>\n<p>As Austin continues his recovery,\u200b the nation awaits his return to full health\u200d and his continued leadership in the defense of the United States.<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> How does Austin&#8217;s improving \u200chealth impact the defense of the nation?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  \/status\/1505460592926129153?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw&#8221;>pic.twitter.com\/rMjK6YI098<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 John Kirby (@PentagonPresSec) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/PentagonPresSec\/status\/1505460592926129153?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">March 20, 2022<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>The announcement of \u2063Austin&#8217;s transfer into critical care had sparked concerns and speculation about the seriousness of his\u2063 condition. However, with the latest update from Walter Reed \u2063officials, it is clear that Austin&#8217;s health is steadily improving. This news comes as a relief not only to his family and loved ones but also to the American public, \u2063as Austin plays a crucial role in the defense of the nation.<\/p>\n<p>Lloyd Austin, who was appointed as the Secretary of\u2064 Defense by President Joe Biden, is the first African American to hold this position. He brings with him a wealth of experience\u200b and\u2062 expertise, having served in the military for four decades, including as the Commander of U.S. \u2064Central Command under the Obama\u200b administration. Austin&#8217;s leadership is vital in navigating the complex \u200cchallenges and threats that the\u2064 United States faces both at home and abroad.<\/p>\n<p>During Austin&#8217;s absence, Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks has been leading the Department of Defense. She has been working closely with Austin to ensure a seamless transition and continuity of \u200boperations. The defense establishment has expressed confidence in Hicks&#8217; capabilities and her ability\u2063 to handle the responsibilities of the position\u2062 effectively.<\/p>\n<p>As Austin continues to recuperate, it is essential\u200b for the Department of Defense to remain focused \u200bon its core mission of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/bipartisan-group-of-lawmakers-urge-joe-biden-to-immediately-evacuate-afghans-who-helped-u-s-forces\/\" title=\"Bipartisan group of lawmakers urge Joe Biden to \u2018immediately\u2019 evacuate Afghans who helped U.S. forces\">safeguarding national security<\/a>. \u200bThe world is witnessing an ever<a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/biden-sends-war-powers-notification-to-congress-are-we-headed-into-something-big\/\" title=\"Biden notifies Congress of war powers - Is a major event looming?\">-changing geopolitical landscape<\/a>, with emerging \u200cthreats, technological advancements, and evolving warfare strategies. The United States must maintain its military readiness, strengthen alliances, and adapt to\u200b new challenges.<\/p>\n<p>Moreover, Austin&#8217;s health update serves as a reminder of the importance of prioritizing the well-being of our leaders and public servants. The demanding nature of their roles necessitates proper care and support to ensure their \u2064ability to carry out their duties effectively. This incident also\u200d underscores\u200b the need for transparency and timely communication regarding the health of government officials, as their well-being impacts the functioning of the entire nation.<\/p>\n<p>As\u200d Defense Secretary Austin continues his recovery, the nation stands with him in wishing him a speedy return to full health. His dedication and service\u200b to the country are appreciated, and his leadership is invaluable in addressing the security challenges of our time. The American people\u2063 look forward to his return and are grateful for his commitment to ensuring the safety and\u200c well-being \u200dof the nation.<\/p>\n<p>In conclusion, Defense\u200d Secretary Lloyd Austin&#8217;s health update brings positive news of his improving condition. The announcement from\u2062 Walter Reed National Military Medical Center reassures that\u200d Austin is expected to resume his normal duties soon. As he continues his recovery, \u200dthe Department of Defense remains steadfast in safeguarding national security. Austin&#8217;s \u200dhealth serves as a \u2062reminder of the importance of prioritizing the well-being of our leaders and \u2063the need for\u2062 transparency in communicating their health status. The nation\u2064 wishes Secretary Austin a speedy return to full health and appreciates his \u200cdedication to\u200b the defense of the United States.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is recovering well after treatment for a bladder issue. He was transferred to critical care on Sunday but is now in stable condition, according to his doctors at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. The Biden administration official&#8217;s health is improving, as confirmed on Monday<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1588,"featured_media":2174475,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mo_disable_npp":"","fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/dw-wp-production.imgix.net\/2024\/01\/GettyImages-1252041300-scaled-e1706047501784.jpg","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2174474","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/dw-wp-production.imgix.net\/2024\/01\/GettyImages-1252041300-scaled-e1706047501784.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2174474","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1588"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2174474"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2174474\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2174475"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2174474"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2174474"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2174474"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}