by Rikki Almanza | Jan 3, 2025
Effective today, January 2, the VA has expanded the list of cancers presumed to be service-connected for Veterans exposed to toxic substances in specific locations during the Gulf War and subsequent conflicts to include genitourinary cancers. This decision will...
by Rikki Almanza | Dec 27, 2024
On December 12, the VA announced that over 3 million Veterans, Service Members, and their spouses enrolled in VA life insurance programs will see reduced premiums starting in the spring of 2025. These discounts will apply to those insured under Veterans’ Group Life...
by Rikki Almanza | Dec 20, 2024
Several Veterans organizations are voicing strong support for the Complete the Mission Act of 2024, a bill aimed at improving access to timely healthcare through the VA, according to Stars & Stripes. Introduced by House Veterans’ Affairs Committee Chairman Mike...
by Rikki Almanza | Dec 13, 2024
The Veterans Readiness and Employment, VR&E, program, a vital resource for Veterans with service-connected disabilities, is under growing strain as demand surges, according to Stars and Stripes. Managed by the VA, the program provides job training, career...
by Rikki Almanza | Nov 11, 2024
A new bill backed by The American Legion, The Veterans Naloxone Access Expansion Act, was recently introduced by Rep. Anthony D’Esposito (R-N.Y.) to address opioid overdose concerns among Veterans. This legislation proposes a two-year pilot program within the VA to...
by Rikki Almanza | Oct 29, 2024
In a major development for Veterans who served at the Karshi-Khanabad, K2, base in Uzbekistan, the VA announced today plans to expand health and benefits coverage for illnesses linked to toxic exposure at the former Soviet base. Secretary Denis McDonough revealed that...
