by Rikki Almanza | Feb 9, 2024
Today, the VA introduced a proposed rule detailing its intentions to broaden the geographical and time frames for which exposure to Agent Orange and other herbicides is presumed. If finalized, this rule will establish a new presumption of exposure to areas...
by Rikki Almanza | Dec 14, 2023
The Department of Veterans Affairs is actively working to screen all Veterans enrolled in VA health care for potential toxic exposure, a mandate set forth by the PACT Act signed into law in 2022. The screenings involve both initial and follow-up assessments for...
by Rikki Almanza | Nov 14, 2023
Veterans and supporters are pushing for the addition of certain blood cancers to the list of service-connected conditions under the PACT Act, a move that could grant expedited healthcare and benefits to Gulf War and Post-9/11 Veterans. The VA is conducting a...
by Rikki Almanza | Oct 17, 2023
October 2023 has been officially designated as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month by President Joe Biden, reaffirming the commitment to raise awareness about breast cancer and the importance of early detection and prevention. This serves as a reminder that breast...
by Rikki Almanza | Sep 27, 2023
Time is running out to take advantage of a special enrollment period that allows some combat Veterans to directly access VA healthcare without the need to apply for VA benefits beforehand. The PACT Act, which expanded benefits for Veterans exposed to toxic substances...
by Rikki Almanza | Aug 25, 2023
The Million Veteran Program, or MVP, initiated by the VA is a national research program aimed at exploring the connections between genes, lifestyle, military experiences, and exposures and their effects on Veterans’ health and well-being. MVP recognizes the...
