by Rikki Almanza | Dec 15, 2025
The VA Office of Research and Development has released three new research briefs covering progress in cancer treatment, chronic kidney disease care, and multiple sclerosis detection. The studies, conducted by VA researchers across the country, focus on improving...
by Rikki Almanza | Dec 10, 2025
The VA announced on December 4 that Women Veterans can now schedule appointments directly with VA gynecology specialists without first obtaining a referral from a primary care provider. The change takes effect immediately and removes a step that often caused delays...
by Rikki Almanza | Dec 4, 2025
A new RAND report offers an updated look at the changing makeup of America’s Veteran population and the challenges different groups are experiencing. The study, A Summary of Veteran-Related Statistics – Second Edition, analyzes national datasets to compare Veterans...
by Rikki Almanza | Nov 24, 2025
The Submariners’ Advocacy Group, a nonprofit representing current and former submarine sailors, is pushing for expanded health care and disability benefits connected to toxic exposure in submarine environments, according to reporting from Stars and Stripes. The group...
by Rikki Almanza | Nov 21, 2025
Thousands of Veterans discharged for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine during the Biden administration may now regain access to GI Bill education benefits. The VA confirmed the change on Monday, following a major policy shift tied to a January executive order from...
by Rikki Almanza | Nov 14, 2025
Orange County officials are encouraging Veterans to adopt companion animals through California’s Pets for Vets Act, a statewide program that waives adoption fees for former Service Members. The state law, in effect since 2020, allows Veterans to adopt a dog or cat...
