by Rikki Almanza | Aug 3, 2026
The VA has launched a nationwide clinical trial to determine whether a GLP-1 drug can help Veterans reduce harmful alcohol use. Semaglutide is a GLP-1 medication commonly prescribed for type 2 diabetes and obesity. Researchers are studying whether the drug may also...
by Rikki Almanza | Jul 27, 2026
California included $2 million in its 2026–27 budget to expand free legal services for Veterans pursuing military discharge upgrades. According to Gov. Gavin Newsom’s office, Veterans who were discharged due to trauma, injury, mental health issues, discrimination, or...
by Rikki Almanza | Jul 24, 2026
Eligible Veterans and certain former Service Members experiencing an acute suicidal crisis can receive emergency care at no cost through the VA. Treatment may be provided at a VA facility or a community emergency department, even when the person is not enrolled in VA...
by Rikki Almanza | Jul 22, 2026
A social media post claiming Veterans can receive free athletic shoes through the VA is fraudulent, according to department officials. The scam has appeared in the form of a convincing flyer that uses VA imagery, recognizable footwear brands, and directions telling...
by Rikki Almanza | Jul 20, 2026
The VA announced in a July 15 press release that it is proposing shorter application forms for Veterans seeking disability compensation and survivors applying for certain benefits. The changes would affect VA Form 21-526EZ, used to apply for disability compensation or...
by Rikki Almanza | Jul 2, 2026
A proposed class action settlement could give Veterans and eligible survivors another chance to have old VA benefit appeals reviewed. The case, known as Freund v. Collins, focuses on VA appeals that were closed in the agency’s legacy appeals system. According to Stars...
