Episode Notes:

Mallory Johnson joins Steve to unpack the Navy's Military Health System. The system has faced several challenges due to rising healthcare costs and personnel shortages, but Mallory helps listeners understand the initiatives the system is undertaking to improve, including strategizing for potential conflicts, particularly in the Indo-Pacific, where distance complicates medical evacuation. The conversation highlights the need for increased funding and innovative solutions to maintain high standards of care for sailors.

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