MARCH 29, 2020 - The hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) accepted its first patients in Los Angeles March 29 during its support of the nation’s COVID-19 response efforts. “I couldn’t be more proud of our crew for all the hard work they did to get us here and ready in such a short time,” said Capt. John Rotruck, Mercy’s Military Treatment Facility commanding officer. “Being … [Read more...]

MARCH 27, 2020 - The Navy’s parallel battles to halt the spread of the coronavirus while keeping the fleet manned is now an opportunity for many officers and enlisted to extend their careers. Sailors willing to extend in critical billets at sea and ashore could find themselves benefiting from the Navy’s willingness to offer waivers and even extra cash to stay put for … [Read more...]

MARCH 25, 2020 - Nearly 60 Reserve medical professionals reported to the Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) March 22, to support Mercy’s upcoming medical relief mission. “The Navy Reserve prides itself on being a ready, agile force that provides responsive, vital support to the Navy and the Nation,” said Rear Adm. John Schommer, deputy commander of … [Read more...]

MARCH 24, 2020 - The hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) departed Naval Station San Diego today, and is now underway to Los Angeles in support of the nation’s COVID-19 response efforts. "This global crisis demands whole-of-government response, and we are ready to support,” said Capt. John Rotruck, Mercy’s Military Treatment Facility commanding officer. “Mercy brings a team of … [Read more...]